Old Carter Small Batch PLDC #5 Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Bottled uncut at 117.66 proof and processed through a non-chill filtered system, this Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon preserves native barrel oils and congener density for an undiluted, structurally complex tasting experience. Produced exclusively by Old Carter Whiskey Co. in Kentucky, founders Mark and Sherri Carter selected specific barrels to balance heavy oak influence with pronounced fruity esters. Every batch yielded exactly 802 bottles, reserved entirely for the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Delaware markets.

Tasting Notes & Serving Guidelines

The aroma begins with substantialsweet oak, tree bark, and freshly milled lumber before transitioning into creamy vanilla frosting, warming pie spice, and bright accents of lemon peel intertwined with orange rock candy. The palate carries a visibly viscous texture anchored by barrellightproof intensity, closing with a consistent toasted sweetness that lingers without rapid fade. Sip this bottling neat to track the complete structural progression, or carefully introduce two to three drops of room‑temperature water to lower surface tension and activate additional volatile aromatics while maintaining the target alcohol presence.

Production Specifications

As a numbered entry in a tightly controlled series, PLDC #5 depends on meticulous warehouse selection and manual cask pairing rather than large-scale commercial blending techniques. Skipping mechanical chill filtration keeps heavier lipids and flavor carriers intact, delivering the natural weight and mouthfeel that defines traditional American bourbon craft. Regional allocation limits and strict production caps sustain structured collector interest across authorized dealerships.