The Story
Boone County 12 Year 109 Proof The Party Source Barrel B0583 is a private single barrel selection by The Party Source — one of the most prominent spirits retailers in the US, based in Bellevue, Kentucky, renowned for deep barrel pick programs across top distilleries. This Ghost Collection release from Boone County Distilling Co. is a 12-year MGP-sourced bourbon (75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley), bottled at 109 proof (54.5% ABV) — one of the most approachable proof points in the Ghost Collection series, making it an excellent neat sipper without needing water. Non-chill filtered, cask strength, bottled directly from Barrel B0583.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Warm caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, gentle rye spice, dried fruit — accessible and inviting at 109 proof
- Palate: Rich and balanced — toffee, brown sugar, charred oak, cinnamon, satisfying weight without excessive heat
- Finish: Long and warm with lingering sweetness and oak — highly approachable for a cask strength release
Product Details
| Type | Single Barrel Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon |
|---|---|
| Producer | Boone County Distilling Co., Independence, KY |
| Series | The Ghost Collection |
| Selector | The Party Source, Bellevue, KY |
| Barrel | B0583 |
| Age | 12 Years |
| Proof | 109 (54.5% ABV) |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered, cask strength |
| Size | 750ml |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is The Party Source?
The Party Source is one of the most respected whiskey retailers in the country, located in Bellevue, Kentucky — just across the river from Cincinnati. Their barrel pick program is known for thorough selection events and extensive documentation, making their named picks important for collectors tracking barrel provenance.
Why is 109 proof significant for a Ghost Collection release?
The Ghost Collection typically ranges from 107 to 125+ proof across different barrels. At 109 proof, B0583 is one of the lower-proof expressions in the series — making it the most accessible Ghost Collection barrel for drinkers who want the 12-year MGP character and cask authenticity without the intensity of higher-proof releases. No water needed.
Is this the same liquid as higher-proof Ghost Collection barrels?
Same distillate origin (12-year MGP, same mashbill) but a different individual barrel. Each barrel in the Ghost Collection has its own entry proof, warehouse location, and evaporation history — Barrel B0583 happened to exit at 109 proof due to its specific aging conditions.
Description
Boone County 12 Year 109 Proof The Party Source Barrel B0583 is a private single barrel selection by The Party Source — one of the most prominent spirits retailers in the US, based in Bellevue, Kentucky, renowned for deep barrel pick programs across top distilleries. This Ghost Collection release from Boone County Distilling Co. is a 12-year MGP-sourced bourbon (75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley), bottled at 109 proof (54.5% ABV) — one of the most approachable proof points in the Ghost Collection series, making it an excellent neat sipper without needing water. Non-chill filtered, cask strength, bottled directly from Barrel B0583.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Warm caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, gentle rye spice, dried fruit — accessible and inviting at 109 proof
- Palate: Rich and balanced — toffee, brown sugar, charred oak, cinnamon, satisfying weight without excessive heat
- Finish: Long and warm with lingering sweetness and oak — highly approachable for a cask strength release
Product Details
| Type | Single Barrel Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon |
|---|---|
| Producer | Boone County Distilling Co., Independence, KY |
| Series | The Ghost Collection |
| Selector | The Party Source, Bellevue, KY |
| Barrel | B0583 |
| Age | 12 Years |
| Proof | 109 (54.5% ABV) |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered, cask strength |
| Size | 750ml |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is The Party Source?
The Party Source is one of the most respected whiskey retailers in the country, located in Bellevue, Kentucky — just across the river from Cincinnati. Their barrel pick program is known for thorough selection events and extensive documentation, making their named picks important for collectors tracking barrel provenance.
Why is 109 proof significant for a Ghost Collection release?
The Ghost Collection typically ranges from 107 to 125+ proof across different barrels. At 109 proof, B0583 is one of the lower-proof expressions in the series — making it the most accessible Ghost Collection barrel for drinkers who want the 12-year MGP character and cask authenticity without the intensity of higher-proof releases. No water needed.
Is this the same liquid as higher-proof Ghost Collection barrels?
Same distillate origin (12-year MGP, same mashbill) but a different individual barrel. Each barrel in the Ghost Collection has its own entry proof, warehouse location, and evaporation history — Barrel B0583 happened to exit at 109 proof due to its specific aging conditions.
