{"product_id":"orphan-barrel-copper-tongue-aged-16-years-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Orphan Barrel Copper Tongue Aged 16 Years Bourbon Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eOrphan Barrel Copper Tongue Aged 16 Years Bourbon Whiskey 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare, barrel-strength Kentucky straight bourbon released as part of the highly collectible Orphan Barrel series. Aged for 16 years and bottled at full proof, Copper Tongue delivers deep oak complexity, concentrated flavor, and remarkable intensity shaped by extended maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eRich, bold, and unapologetically powerful, this 16-year bourbon reveals layered notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"886\"\u003edark caramel, molasses, vanilla bean, toasted oak, leather, baking spice, roasted nuts, and subtle tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a dense, full-bodied mouthfeel. The elevated proof amplifies both sweetness and spice, culminating in a long, warming finish packed with oak and lingering dark sugar. Highly allocated and sought after, Copper Tongue is crafted for serious collectors and seasoned bourbon enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molasses, caramel, vanilla, polished oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar, leather, baking spice, roasted nuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, bold, and warming with lingering oak and sweet heat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e• Is Copper Tongue barrel proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eYes — it is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003ebottled at natural barrel strength without dilution\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e• Is this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eYes — it is part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eOrphan Barrel limited collection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e• Is 16 years considered well-aged for bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eYes — 16 years is considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eextended aging\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding deep oak complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e• Is this a Kentucky straight bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eYes — it meets all standards for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e• Is it good for sipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eAbsolutely — best enjoyed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eneat or with a few drops of water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e• What is the ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eCopper Tongue is typically bottled at approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003e89.8% ABV (179.6 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orphan Barrel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42185537749095,"sku":null,"price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Orphan_Barrel_Copper_Tongue_Aged_16_Years_Bourbon_Whiskey_750mL.webp?v=1771004349","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/orphan-barrel-copper-tongue-aged-16-years-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}