WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon
Straight Bourbon Whiskey | USA | Aged 10 Years | Finished in Vermont Oak & Smoked Maple Toasted Barrels | 44% ABV (88 Proof) | 750 mL
Process & Profile
WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon is aged for a full decade in new charred oak barrels before undergoing a unique finishing process. Each barrel is fitted with two differently treated heads: one medium-toasted Vermont oak (“snout”), and one smoked maple head (“tail”). During finishing, both sides are exposed to the whiskey, creating a dual influence of toasted oak and maple smoke. Bottled at 88 proof, it balances approachability with layered depth.
Tasting Notes


Nose: Honey, brown sugar, vanilla, toasted cashew, and subtle citrus


Palate: Sweet caramel, roasted almond, baked cornbread, and gentle oak spice


Finish: Lingering butterscotch, cedar, wheat bread crust, and warm spice


What Makes It Special


A true 10-year age statement, offering maturity and depth


Innovative “snout to tail” method using dual barrel heads for layered oak and smoked maple influence


Bottled at 44% ABV, striking a balance between smoothness and flavor concentration


Combines Kentucky bourbon heritage with WhistlePig’s Vermont-based innovation


How to Enjoy
Enjoy neat to experience the balance of toasted oak and maple sweetness, or add a splash of water to highlight its spice and cedar notes. A large ice cube softens the sweetness while maintaining structure. Also excellent in an Old Fashioned or similar bourbon-forward cocktail.
FAQ


What is WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon aged in?
It is aged for 10 years in new charred oak, then finished in barrels with dual toasted heads—Vermont oak and smoked maple.


What is the proof of WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon?
WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon is bottled at 44% ABV (88 proof).


How does WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon taste?
Expect honey, brown sugar, caramel, roasted almond, baked cornbread, and cedar with a warm, toasty finish.


What makes WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon unique?
Its dual barrel head finishing method adds complexity, blending Vermont oak toast with smoked maple for layered flavor.


How should WhistlePig Snout to Tail 10 Year Toasted Straight Bourbon be served?
Best neat, with a splash of water, or over a large ice cube; also works well in rich bourbon cocktails.