Yellowstone Recollection Series Bourbon 750ML

Yellowstone Recollection Series Bourbon 750ML is an 8-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 110 proof (55% ABV) in a 750ml hand-filled decanter. Named to Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of the Year in 2025, this non-chill-filtered release also earned Double Platinum at the 2025 ASCOT Awards and Gold medals at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and SIP Awards.

Quick Facts: ABV: 55% (110 Proof)  |  Origin: Lebanon, Marion County, Kentucky  |  8-Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Limestone Branch Distillery

Production & Heritage

Limestone Branch Distillery sits in Lebanon, Kentucky, in the heart of Marion County — a region with deep bourbon-making roots. The Recollection Series is an 8-year-old straight bourbon produced entirely at Limestone Branch and bottled without chill filtration, preserving the whiskey's full body and natural oils. The ornate decanter bottle draws directly from pre-Prohibition tradition, when saloons purchased whiskey by the barrel and poured it into a single decorative bottle displayed on the back bar. Because the decanter is too delicate for standard production lines, each bottle must be filled by hand.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich caramel and toasted oak lead the nose, followed by vanilla crème brûlée and dark cherry. A subtle layer of charred oak smoke sits underneath, adding depth without dominating.

Taste: The entry is heavy and oily, coating the palate with caramel, butterscotch, and sweet cinnamon candy. At mid-palate the texture turns increasingly creamy, revealing layers of cherry, mocha, and baking spice. Oak emerges through the center, lending structure to the sweetness without turning bitter.

Finish: Long and warming, with red-hot cinnamon spice giving way to mocha and a distinctive dark cherry note that lingers. Late grain character and residual oak tannin keep the finish grounded and dry.

How to Drink Recollection Series

At 110 proof, this bourbon rewards a slow pour neat in a Glencairn or rocks glass; a few drops of water open up the creamy butterscotch and cherry layers without diminishing proof intensity. It also stands up well in spirit-forward cocktails. An Old Fashioned highlights the caramel and cinnamon core at full strength. A Boulevardier benefits from the bourbon's heavy body and dark cherry character, balancing Campari's bitterness. A Manhattan pairs the mocha and oak notes with sweet vermouth for a rich, layered drink.

Best For

• Gifting a whiskey collector — the hand-bottled decanter doubles as a display piece inspired by pre-Prohibition saloon culture
• Celebratory pours marking milestones, where a visually striking bottle matches the quality inside
• Adding a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon to a home bar lineup
• Side-by-side tastings comparing age-stated, non-chill-filtered bourbon against blended or younger expressions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Recollection Series taste like? It delivers a rich, creamy profile centered on caramel, butterscotch, dark cherry, and mocha, with a long cinnamon-spiced finish. The non-chill-filtered bottling gives it a noticeably heavy, oily texture.

How does Recollection Series compare to Yellowstone Select? Yellowstone Select is bottled at 93.5 proof and blends sourced and house-made bourbon, while the Recollection Series is a single-distillery, 8-year-old bourbon at 110 proof with no chill filtration. The Recollection Series is denser, richer, and more oak-driven, reflecting both higher proof and longer maturation.

Is Recollection Series good for sipping neat? Yes — the 110 proof is robust but not harsh, and the non-chill-filtered texture delivers enough body and sweetness to drink comfortably without dilution. A small amount of water further unlocks the cherry and crème brûlée aromas.

Where is Recollection Series made? It is distilled and aged entirely at Limestone Branch Distillery in Lebanon, Marion County, Kentucky — a small-production facility in one of the state's historic bourbon-producing counties.

What foods pair well with Recollection Series? Smoked brisket complements the charred oak and spice; dark chocolate truffles mirror the mocha finish; pecan pie echoes the caramel and butterscotch sweetness; sharp aged cheddar contrasts the bourbon's richness; and cherry-glazed pork chops amplify the dark cherry thread throughout the palate.

What sizes does Recollection Series come in? The standard release is a 750ml decanter-style bottle.

Is Recollection Series worth the price? It positions firmly as a premium limited release within the Yellowstone range, justified by its 8-year age statement, hand-bottling process, non-chill filtration, and strong critical recognition including a Whisky Advocate Top 20 selection for 2025.

Why Recollection Series?

Selection to Whisky Advocate's Top 20 Whiskies of the Year in 2025 places this bourbon in elite company across all world whiskey categories — not just American bourbon. The combination of an 8-year age statement, 110-proof bottling strength, and non-chill filtration produces a density and complexity that younger or lower-proof competitors in the same price tier rarely match. Drinkhacker's A- rating and Double Platinum at the ASCOT Awards reinforce the consistency of its quality across multiple critical evaluations. The hand-filled decanter, rooted in a specific pre-Prohibition saloon tradition, adds a collectible dimension without sacrificing what matters most: a genuinely well-made Kentucky straight bourbon inside the glass.