The Barrel Outfit 3Pk 200ML

The Barrel Outfit 3Pk 200ML is a curated American whiskey sampler featuring three 200mL bottles spanning Virginia rye, Colorado rye, and Tennessee whiskey. Each bottle includes a QR code linking to a virtual distillery tour and tasting with the maker — a hands-on educational element that sets this pack apart from standard sampler sets.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40–50% (varies by bottle)  |  Origin: Virginia, Colorado, Tennessee  |  Style: American Whiskey Sampler  |  Three Distilleries: Catoctin Creek, Locke + Co, Pennington Distilling Co

What's Inside the Pack

The three-pack brings together whiskeys from independent American distilleries, each with a distinct grain bill and regional identity. Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye (40% ABV / 80 proof) is distilled in Purcellville, Virginia from a 100% rye mashbill — a pot-distilled, organic grain-to-glass whiskey that earned 90 points from Wine Enthusiast and a Gold medal plus Consumer Choice designation at the 2020 Whiskey and Barrel Awards. Locke + Co Aspen Aged Rye (45% ABV / 90 proof) is produced in Colorado with a 95% rye and 5% malted barley mashbill, then finished for an additional eight months on hand-cut, hand-charred aspen wood discs — a technique unique to the distillery. Davidson Reserve Fine Tennessee Whiskey (50% ABV / 100 proof) comes from Pennington Distilling Co in Nashville and uses a 70% corn, 25% rye, and 5% malt mashbill, delivering a higher-proof anchor to the set.

Tasting Notes

Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye — Aroma: Caramel and rich butter toffee lead, followed by a subtle lemon lift on the nose. The grain character reads clean and herbaceous.

Taste: Woody and direct, with toffee sweetness balanced by rye spice. The 100% rye mashbill keeps the palate focused and dry.

Locke + Co Aspen Aged Rye — Aroma: Cherry pit and vanilla open the nose, with underlying caramel and golden maple syrup notes.

Taste: Initial sweetness gives way to rye spice on the tip of the tongue, carried by a notably soft mouthfeel. Tobacco and cinnamon develop through the mid-palate, reflecting the aspen wood finishing.

Davidson Reserve Tennessee Whiskey — Aroma: A touch boozy at first pour, settling into maraschino cherry and a hint of banana candy.

Taste: Caramelized sugars arrive first, easing into oak and an unexpected bubblegum note. The 100-proof strength gives the flavors room to expand without overwhelming.

Finish (across the set): The Roundstone Rye finishes crisp with lingering toffee. The Locke + Co closes with warm cinnamon and tobacco. Davidson Reserve carries the longest finish of the three, with oak and dark fruit trailing at higher proof.

How to Drink the Barrel Outfit 3Pk

The 200mL format is designed for side-by-side tasting — pour all three neat or with a few drops of water to compare regional and grain-bill differences. Each whiskey also works well in cocktails. The Roundstone Rye's clean spice suits a classic Sazerac. Locke + Co's soft sweetness and cherry notes shine in a Manhattan. Davidson Reserve's corn-forward warmth and higher proof make it an excellent base for an Old Fashioned.

Best For

• Hosting a guided American whiskey tasting at home using the included QR-code distillery tours
• Gifting a whiskey enthusiast who values craft distillery discovery over mainstream labels
• Exploring three distinct rye and corn mashbills without committing to full-size bottles
• Building cocktail knowledge by comparing how different whiskey styles perform in the same recipe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Barrel Outfit 3Pk taste like? The set spans a wide flavor range: toffee-forward Virginia rye, cherry-and-cinnamon Colorado rye finished on aspen wood, and a higher-proof Tennessee whiskey with caramelized sugar and oak.

How does the Barrel Outfit 3Pk compare to The Bourbon Box by The Mixologer? The Barrel Outfit is a one-time purchase of three 200mL bottles with integrated virtual distillery tours, while The Bourbon Box is a monthly subscription delivering four 100mL bottles; the Barrel Outfit focuses on educational tasting rather than ongoing curation.

Is the Barrel Outfit 3Pk good for beginners? Yes — the 200mL format reduces commitment, the ABV ranges from an approachable 40% up to a bolder 50%, and the QR-code tours provide guided context for each whiskey.

Where are the whiskeys in the Barrel Outfit 3Pk made? Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye is distilled in Purcellville, Virginia; Locke + Co Aspen Aged Rye is produced in Colorado; and Davidson Reserve Tennessee Whiskey is made by Pennington Distilling Co in Nashville, Tennessee.

What foods pair well with the Barrel Outfit 3Pk? The Roundstone Rye complements sharp aged cheddar due to its dry spice. Locke + Co's cherry and cinnamon notes pair with smoked pork or barbecue ribs. Davidson Reserve's caramel and oak richness stands up well to dark chocolate, pecan pie, or charred steak.

What sizes does the Barrel Outfit 3Pk come in? The standard pack contains three individual 200mL bottles, totaling 600mL of whiskey across the set.

Is the Barrel Outfit 3Pk worth the price? The pack positions as a premium sampler experience — the combination of award-winning craft whiskeys from three states, the 200mL per-bottle format, and virtual distillery access adds educational and experiential value beyond what a standard miniature set provides.

Why the Barrel Outfit 3Pk?

This pack earns attention because it pairs substance with discovery. The Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye alone carries a 90-point Wine Enthusiast rating and a Gold with Consumer Choice at the 2020 Whiskey and Barrel Awards — a serious benchmark for a 200mL inclusion. Locke + Co's aspen wood finishing process is genuinely uncommon in American rye production, and Davidson Reserve's 100-proof Nashville whiskey rounds out the ABV range with real body. The QR-code virtual tours turn a tasting into an education, connecting each sip to a specific distiller and process rather than leaving the drinker to guess.