{"product_id":"hardins-creek-8-year-middle-distillation-profile-straight-bourbon-700ml","title":"Hardin's Creek 8 Year Middle Distillation Profile Straight Bourbon (700mL)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2026 Limited Edition | Kentucky Straight Bourbon | Aged 8 Years | Middle Distillation Profile | 109 Proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardin's Creek 8 Year Middle Distillation Profile Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an exceptional limited-edition Kentucky bourbon showcasing the innovative whiskey-making techniques of the legendary James B. Beam Distilling Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardin's Creek Distillation Profile Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this eight-year-old bourbon explores how adjustments to the distillation process influence the aroma, flavor, and texture of American whiskey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted using a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e115-proof first-distillation target\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Middle expression occupies the center of the series, balancing the concentrated richness of the Low Distillation Profile with the brighter characteristics of the High Distillation Profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e109 proof (54.5% ABV)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this remarkable bourbon delivers inviting layers of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evanilla bean, brown sugar, buttery toffee, toasted oak, and warming cinnamon spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardin's Creek\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e James B. Beam Distilling Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distillation Profile Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelease:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2026 Limited Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clermont, Kentucky, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge Statement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 Years\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistillation Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Middle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst-Distillation Target:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 115 Proof\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New Charred Oak Barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 54.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottling Proof:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 109\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 700mL\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limited Release\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hardin's Creek Distillation Profile Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hardin's Creek Distillation Profile Series represents an innovative exploration of one of bourbon production's most influential variables: distillation proof.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped by the James B. Beam Distilling Co., the collection features three eight-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbons crafted using the same mash bill and fermentation process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach expression uses a different first-distillation target:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Distillation Profile — 105 Proof:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich caramel, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and pronounced oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiddle Distillation Profile — 115 Proof:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Balanced vanilla, brown sugar, toffee, and cinnamon spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Distillation Profile — 120 Proof:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brighter fruit, citrus, floral aromas, and delicate sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these expressions demonstrate how different distillation settings can shape the character of bourbon even when other key production elements remain consistent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes the Middle Distillation Profile Special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining characteristic of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardin's Creek Middle Distillation Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is its carefully selected 115-proof first-distillation target.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePositioned between the heavier Low expression and the lighter High expression, this distillation setting creates a beautifully rounded whiskey with a well-defined balance of sweetness, oak, and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter eight years of Kentucky maturation, the bourbon develops layers of vanilla, caramelized sugar, toasted wood, and warming cinnamon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a sophisticated expression of traditional Kentucky bourbon, offering a compelling balance between richness and refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited 2026 Hardin's Creek release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium eight-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the innovative Distillation Profile Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive 115-proof first-distillation target\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled at a bold 109 proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted by James B. Beam Distilling Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich vanilla bean and brown sugar aromas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButtery toffee and caramel sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced toasted oak and cinnamon spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-bodied yet approachable character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent addition to a Hardin's Creek collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Enjoy in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its balanced vanilla, toffee, and toasted oak complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Water:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add a few drops of water to explore additional sweetness and soften its 109-proof intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComparative Tasting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sample alongside the Low and High Distillation Profile expressions to experience how distillation settings influence bourbon flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, smoked pork, roasted pecans, aged cheddar, dark chocolate, and caramel desserts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hardin's Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41057475362945,"sku":"H-41057475362945","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0045\/4967\/3089\/files\/hardins-creek-8-year-middle-distillation-profile-straight-bourbon-700ml-keg-n-bottle-7064891.png?v=1794345552","url":"https:\/\/kegnbottle.com\/products\/hardins-creek-8-year-middle-distillation-profile-straight-bourbon-700ml","provider":"Keg N Bottle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}