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91% Corn and 9% Malted Barley Mash Bill Whiskeys

These are popular whiskeys with mash bill of 91% Corn and 9% Malted Barley.

Shortbarrel The Bee's Knees Whiskey
Shortbarrel The Bee's Knees Whiskey

Aroma: Honey dominates the nose, and it won’t fade away. Deep notes of caramel, apples, pepper, and honey candies linger in the background. Mouth: Oh sweet honey, buttery popcorn, cinnamon spice, a “bit o honey” candy-like feel that keeps going,

Shortbarrel El Jefe American Straight Whiskey
Shortbarrel El Jefe American Straight Whiskey

Aroma: Sweet American Whiskey upfront with a gentle hint of smokey mezcal (almost woody) on the first nose. Slight notes of vanilla, charred orange, pepper, sweet corn, and herbal background. Mouth: Orange’s, smooth creamy vanilla, honey, cinnamon spice,

Shortbarrel Bee Keeper Whiskey
Shortbarrel Bee Keeper Whiskey

Aroma: Honey up front that fades into what an American Whiskey should be. Slight notes of caramel, apples, pepper, sweet corn, and candy in the background. Mouth: Oh sweet honey, buttery popcorn, cinnamon spice, a “bit o honey” candy-like feel

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