{"title":"Southwell","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"southwell-12-year-bourbon-750ml","title":"Southwell 12 Year Bourbon 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouthwell 12 Year Bourbon 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 12-year-aged straight bourbon whiskey bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750ml format. What distinguishes this expression is its uncommonly high 84% corn mashbill — well above the 60–70% range typical of most bourbons — resulting in a notably sweeter, rounder flavor profile anchored by butterscotch and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 43% (86 Proof)  |  Origin: Distilled in Tennessee, Aged \u0026amp; Bottled in Kentucky  |  12 Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Cooper Spirits Co\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouthwell 12 Year is produced by Cooper Spirits Co, distilled in Tennessee and then transported to Kentucky for a full 12 years of maturation in new charred American oak barrels. Bottling takes place in Bardstown, Kentucky — a city widely considered the bourbon capital of the world. The mashbill of 84% corn, 8% rye, and 8% malted barley places this squarely in ultra-high-corn territory, a style that favors sweetness and grain-forward character over spice. Very few commercially available bourbons push corn content this high, making it a distinctive entry in the aged bourbon category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherries and vanilla beans lead the nose, followed by occasional wafts of rich butterscotch. A subtle caramel undertone develops as the whiskey opens up in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate opens with an immediate wave of butterscotch and melted vanilla ice cream — sweet and full-bodied from the first sip. Sweet corn emerges as the most predominant flavor at mid-palate, balanced by a measured combination of baking spice and oak that keeps the sweetness from becoming one-dimensional. Twelve years in charred oak contribute enough tannic structure to give the whiskey weight without overwhelming the grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length, the corn sweetness gradually fades into a nicely toasted oak note with lingering caramel. The finish remains smooth and approachable, with just enough dry oak to bring closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Southwell 12 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or with a few drops of water is the most rewarding way to experience this bourbon, as it allows the full butterscotch and vanilla spectrum to unfold at 86 proof without excessive heat. A single large ice cube also works well, tempering the sweetness slightly while amplifying the oak. For cocktails: an \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the natural butterscotch richness, requiring less sweetener than usual; a \u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e plays citrus against the corn-driven sweetness for a balanced drink; and a \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs the vanilla and caramel notes with sweet vermouth for a dessert-like result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourbon drinkers exploring high-corn mashbill expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who appreciates age-stated whiskey at an accessible proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dessert or a cigar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding an Old Fashioned with a sweeter, oak-rich base spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Southwell 12 Year taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Southwell 12 Year delivers a butterscotch- and vanilla-forward palate driven by its unusually high 84% corn content, with sweet corn flavor at the center balanced by toasted oak and mild baking spice. The finish is medium-length with caramel and dry oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Southwell 12 Year compare to Knob Creek 12 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Knob Creek 12 Year is bottled at a significantly higher 100 proof with a lower corn percentage in its mashbill, resulting in a bolder, spicier profile. Southwell 12 Year leans much sweeter and softer at 86 proof, making it a more approachable pour for those who favor grain-forward sweetness over rye-driven heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Southwell 12 Year good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the moderate 86 proof and prominent vanilla and butterscotch character make it very approachable neat, even for drinkers who typically prefer lower-proof spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Southwell 12 Year made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Southwell 12 Year is distilled in Tennessee by Cooper Spirits Co, then aged for 12 years in new charred oak barrels in Kentucky and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Southwell 12 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pecan pie complements the bourbon's natural caramel and vanilla notes; smoked pork belly mirrors the toasted oak character; dark chocolate intensifies the butterscotch; aged cheddar contrasts the sweetness with savory sharpness; and crème brûlée echoes the vanilla and caramelized sugar tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Southwell 12 Year come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Southwell 12 Year is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Southwell 12 Year worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Southwell 12 Year positions as a mid-to-premium priced bourbon, competing in a 12-year aged category where several well-known alternatives exist. Its value proposition rests primarily on the uncommon high-corn mashbill and full 12-year age statement, which together deliver a flavor profile not easily replicated by competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Southwell 12 Year?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 84% corn mashbill is the headline here — it places Southwell 12 Year in rare company among commercially available bourbons, most of which top out around 70% corn. That grain bill, combined with a full dozen years in new charred oak, produces a whiskey that tilts decisively toward sweetness and richness while still carrying enough barrel-derived complexity to reward attentive sipping. The Tennessee-to-Kentucky journey — distilled in one state, aged and bottled in another — adds a subtle layer of regional character. For drinkers seeking an age-stated bourbon that prioritizes butterscotch, vanilla, and corn sweetness over rye-driven spice, this expression fills a genuine gap in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837834195113,"sku":"32971","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Southwell-12-Year-Bourbon__47865.jpg?v=1730496696"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/southwell.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}