An Arkansas Bourbon First
Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel #00177
The first Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel released in Arkansas—hand-selected by the Bourbon Club of Arkansas and offered through Mash & Vine Market in downtown Little Rock.
A cask-strength “Double-Rich” Kentucky straight bourbon with dark fruit, tobacco, caramel and mature oak character.
Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177 at Mash & Vine Market.
Barrel
#00177
Proof
106.32
Alcohol
53.16% ABV
A Limited Arkansas Release
A new Arkansas chapter for a historic bourbon name
Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177 is the first single-barrel release from the historic brand to arrive in Arkansas. Every bottle comes from one individual cask selected by the Bourbon Club of Arkansas.
Rather than blending multiple barrels to create a standardized flavor, this release preserves the individual personality of Barrel #00177. Once the bottles from this barrel are gone, its precise combination of aroma, flavor and finish cannot be recreated.
This is not simply another bottle on the shelf. It is a one-barrel snapshot of Kentucky bourbon selected specifically for Arkansas whiskey enthusiasts.
Barrel #00177 at a glance
- Expression: Single Barrel Cask Strength
- Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Designation: “Double-Rich”
- Barrel: #00177
- Proof: 106.32
- Alcohol: 53.16% ABV
- Selected by: Bourbon Club of Arkansas
- Released through: Mash & Vine Market
From the Custom Barrel Label
Cream of Kentucky #00177 tasting notes
A layered profile that begins with sweet spice and fruit before moving toward mature oak, nuts and leather.
01 · Aroma
Sweet & spicy
Vanilla and pipe tobacco introduce the whiskey with a combination of sweetness, spice and depth.
02 · Palate
Caramel & dark fruit
Caramel is joined by dark berries, red fruit and an additional layer of berry sweetness.
03 · Finish
Soft & lingering
Oak, nuts and leather create a mature finish described as soft and lingering.
One Barrel · One Expression
What makes a single barrel different?
Each whiskey barrel develops differently as it interacts with charred oak, seasonal temperature changes and its position inside the aging warehouse. A single-barrel bottling captures those differences rather than blending them away.
Bottled at cask strength
Barrel #00177 was bottled at 53.16% alcohol by volume, or 106.32 proof. That allows the barrel’s character to reach the glass without being reduced to a predetermined standard proof.
Enjoy it neat to experience the full barrel profile. A few drops of water may reveal additional fruit and sweetness, while a single large cube can gently soften the whiskey over time.
There will only ever be one Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177.
More Than a Century of Bourbon History
A historic brand finds a new home in Arkansas
The story of Cream of Kentucky stretches from the late nineteenth century to its modern revival—and now to its first Arkansas single-barrel selection.
1888
Cream of Kentucky is introduced by I. Trager & Company of Cincinnati.
1934
Schenley reintroduces the bourbon and develops its recognizable “Double-Rich” identity.
2018
J.W. Rutledge revives the dormant label as a modern premium whiskey brand.
2026
Barrel #00177 becomes the first Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel released in Arkansas.
Selected for Arkansas
The Bourbon Club of Arkansas connection
The custom label on Barrel #00177 identifies it as hand-selected by the Bourbon Club of Arkansas. The release reflects the club’s focus on private-barrel selections, whiskey education and partnerships that bring distinctive bottles to Arkansas.
Mash & Vine Market serves as the public retail home for the selection, connecting downtown Little Rock with the state’s growing bourbon community.
Find It in Downtown Little Rock
Mash & Vine Market
409 E. Third Street
River Market Tower
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
Limited releases can sell quickly. Visit the market or contact the store to confirm current availability and purchase limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177 FAQ
Is this the first Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel released in Arkansas?
Yes. Barrel #00177 is identified as the first Cream of Kentucky Single Barrel released in Arkansas.
Who selected Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177?
The barrel was hand-selected by the Bourbon Club of Arkansas and released through Mash & Vine Market.
What proof is the Arkansas Cream of Kentucky release?
Barrel #00177 is bottled at 53.16% alcohol by volume, which equals 106.32 proof.
What does Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177 taste like?
The custom label lists vanilla and pipe tobacco on the aroma; caramel, dark berries and red fruit on the palate; and a soft, lingering finish of oak, nuts and leather.
Where can I find Cream of Kentucky Barrel #00177?
The Arkansas release was made available through Mash & Vine Market at 409 E. Third Street in downtown Little Rock. Availability and purchase limits may change, so confirm before traveling.
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