Starlight Carl T. Huber's Single Barrel Maple Barrel Finished Bourbon

A decadent, estate-grown "sweet mash" bourbon that beautifully captures the essence of the Huber family farm! This limited-edition single barrel release starts with Starlight’s signature straight bourbon, distilled in copper pot stills and aged for a minimum of four years in new charred American oak. The whiskey is then transferred into barrels that previously held rich, local Indiana maple syrup for a secondary maturation of 3 to 8 months. Bottled at cask strength (typically between 110 and 115 proof), it offers a remarkably thick, velvety texture where the earthy, wood-fired sweetness of the maple perfectly complements the spicy rye and toasted oak of the base bourbon.

NOSE

Densely sweet and highly inviting. Rich aromas of dark brown sugar, maple butter, and toasted pecans are balanced by a sophisticated layer of tobacco leaf, sweet tea, and seasoned oak.

PALATE

An "explosion" of breakfast flavors. Thick and oily on the tongue, it leads with gobs of maple syrup, vanilla bean, and Belgian waffles. This sweetness is cleverly countered by mid-palate notes of cinnamon spice, orange peel candies, and a touch of black pepper.

FINISH 

Long, warm, and exceptionally coating. The maple influence lingers perfectly, leaving a trail of crispy waffle edges, caramelized sugar, and a soft, glowing oak warmth that hides the high proof brilliantly.