Heaven's Door Revelation Double Barrel Whiskey 750ML

Heaven's Door Revelation Double Barrel Whiskey 750ML is a 100-proof (50% ABV) blended American whiskey from Tennessee that merges three distinct whiskey styles into a single, layered 750ml expression. It earned a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and was named Whiskey of the Year at the London Spirits Competition — recognition that reflects its ambitious blending and finishing approach.

Quick Facts: ABV: 50% (100 Proof)  |  Origin: Tennessee, United States  |  Aged Minimum 6 Years, Double Barreled  |  Distillery: Heaven's Door Spirits

Production & Heritage

Heaven's Door Spirits, the Tennessee-based whiskey venture co-founded by Bob Dylan, built its Revelation expression around a three-whiskey blend: two Tennessee whiskeys with traditional bourbon mashbills and a straight rye whiskey. The component whiskeys are aged a minimum of six years, then blended and transferred into custom heavy-charred French oak barrels sourced from Tonnellerie Radoux for an additional finishing period of up to twelve months. The whiskeys also undergo the Lincoln County Process — maple charcoal mellowing post-distillation — a hallmark of Tennessee whiskey production that adds a subtle softness before the aggressive second-barrel char imparts deep oak character and spice.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Maple and milled grains lead, followed by a light nuttiness and dried berries. Vanilla custard and toasted oak deepen as the whiskey opens in the glass.

Taste: The entry delivers toasted caramel and fried dough alongside dark cherry and Meyer lemon. The mid-palate shifts to dry oak, vanilla bean, dried apricot, and crème caramel. As the proof asserts itself, coconut backed by orange oils and cocoa emerges, giving way to warm butterscotch with woody overtones and a bolt of clove-driven spice.

Finish: Lengthy and spicy, with roasted walnuts and oatmeal cookies gradually yielding to a lasting spearmint freshness. Cedar and eucalyptus linger alongside toasted nut remnants, giving the close real staying power.

How to Drink Revelation Double Barrel

At 100 proof, this whiskey has enough structure to stand up neat or with a single large ice cube; a few drops of water help unlock the fruit and custard notes hiding behind the oak. It also brings serious backbone to cocktails:

• Old Fashioned: The butterscotch and toasted caramel notes amplify the cocktail's classic sweetness without added sugar dominating.
• Manhattan: The rye whiskey component in the blend adds the dry spice and cherry depth a Manhattan demands.
• Whiskey Sour: The Meyer lemon and dried apricot character in the mid-palate bridges naturally with citrus juice, while 100 proof ensures the whiskey doesn't get buried.

Best For

• Gifting a whiskey enthusiast who appreciates multi-award-winning American whiskey
• Side-by-side tastings comparing Tennessee, bourbon, and rye flavor profiles in a single pour
• After-dinner sipping when you want high proof without harshness
• Building a home bar shelf of critically acclaimed double-barrel expressions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Revelation Double Barrel taste like? It leads with toasted caramel, dark cherry, and vanilla bean, then shifts to warm butterscotch, coconut, and cocoa at the mid-palate. The finish is long and spicy with roasted walnut, oatmeal cookie, and a surprising spearmint freshness.

How does Revelation Double Barrel compare to George Dickel Bottled in Bond? Both are Tennessee whiskeys that undergo the Lincoln County Process, but Revelation blends three distinct whiskey types — including straight rye — and finishes in heavy-charred French oak, yielding a more layered, spice-forward profile. George Dickel Bottled in Bond tends toward a leaner, grain-focused character at a lower price tier.

Is Revelation Double Barrel good for sipping neat? Yes — despite its 100-proof strength, the extended aging and double-barrel finishing smooth out much of the heat, making it approachable neat. A splash of water further opens the vanilla custard and fruit notes.

Where is Revelation Double Barrel made? It is produced by Heaven's Door Spirits in Tennessee, United States. The finishing barrels are custom French oak from the cooperage Tonnellerie Radoux.

What foods pair well with Revelation Double Barrel? Smoked brisket benefits from the whiskey's charred oak and spice; dark chocolate truffles mirror the cocoa and butterscotch; pecan pie echoes the roasted walnut finish; aged cheddar contrasts the caramel sweetness; and grilled stone fruit plays off the dried apricot and cherry notes.

What sizes does Revelation Double Barrel come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle at 100 proof (50% ABV).

Is Revelation Double Barrel worth the price? It positions as a premium American whiskey, and its combination of a minimum six-year age statement, three-whiskey blend, French oak finishing, and 100-proof bottling strength delivers complexity that competes well within its price tier. Multiple high-level awards — including a Double Gold from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 93 points from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge — reinforce its standing.

Why Revelation Double Barrel?

What separates this expression from the crowded double-barrel category is the specificity of its blending formula: two Tennessee bourbon-mashbill whiskeys and a straight rye, each aged at least six years, then married and finished in custom heavy-charred French oak from Tonnellerie Radoux. That finishing step introduces a tannic depth and spice profile distinct from the standard American oak refill barrels most competitors use. The Spirit Journal awarded it five stars — its highest recommendation — while the Ultimate Spirits Challenge scored it 93 points with an "Excellent, Highly Recommended" designation. For drinkers looking for a Tennessee whiskey that breaks from the mellower, softer stereotype of the category, Revelation's 100-proof intensity and rye-driven complexity make a compelling case.