The Presidential Dram "Tater In Chief" 8 Years Old Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey The Prime Barrel Pick #113

Proof and Wood

“Tater In Chief” The Presidential Dram "Tater In Chief" 8 Years Old Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey The Prime Barrel Pick #113

8 Years

$109

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Selection

The Presidential Dram "Tater In Chief" 8 Years Old Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Age
8 Years

Tasting Profile

Three stages, one barrel

Nosed and scored at cask strength, neat, in a tulip glass. Notes follow the order you will actually meet them in.

I

Nose

Sweet notes of caramel, ripe orchard fruit, and a hint of vanilla

II

Palate

Bold fruit, rich caramel, and balanced spiciness, underscored by oak

III

Finish

Long, oaky, and slightly spicy with a lingering warmth

Barrel Master Palate Index

Panel scores, 0–10

Sweet & Vanilla
5
Fruity & Bright
2
Spicy & Bold
5
Nutty & Chocolatey
0
Oaky & Woody
9
Tannic & Dry
1
Floral & Delicate
1
Smoky & Earthy
4
Savory & Umami
0
Unique & Experimental
5

The Barrel Story

Why we chose this barrel

Raise a glass to history with The Presidential Dram "Hail to the Chief" 8-Year-Old Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon, an exclusive expression crafted to commemorate each presidential election. Released only once every eight years, this rare and celebrated bourbon is a tribute to the highest office and the finest in American whiskey-making. With limited bottles available, this 2024 release is a collector’s item for bourbon aficionados and patriots alike.

Selected from standout barrels in the Proof and Wood DC Collection, The Presidential Dram is aged a full 8 years in new charred American oak. Its mashbill of 99% corn and 1% rye brings forward a beautifully balanced, rich flavor profile. On the palate, experience layers of ripe fruit, lush caramel, and a warm spiciness, all leading to a long, oaky finish that captures the depth and complexity of a truly aged bourbon.

This 2024 release stands at barrel proof, offering an undiluted, bold expression of bourbon that reflects the legacy and resilience of the United States. Perfect for collectors or as a statement piece in any bourbon lineup, The Presidential Dram "Hail to the Chief" is a timeless tribute to democracy and the spirit of American craftsmanship.

Commemorate the presidential election in style—add this unique, limited-edition bourbon to your collection and enjoy a true American masterpiece.

Drawing a whiskey sample from an oak barrel

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About this barrel

Who made Tater In Chief?

Proof and Wood. It's a single barrel The Prime Barrel picked as Pick #113, bottled only for us.

How old is it, and what proof?

Age: 8 Years.

What does it taste like?

Nose: Sweet notes of caramel, ripe orchard fruit, and a hint of vanilla Palate: Bold fruit, rich caramel, and balanced spiciness, underscored by oak Finish: Long, oaky, and slightly spicy with a lingering warmth

Tater In Chief

$109