Willett Family Estate 6 Year Old Single Barrel “Time Bomb” Bourbon Whiskey Cask #1693 750ml (126.3 Proof)

This is classic Willett single barrel at full intensity—high proof, limited yield, and completely unique. The “Time Bomb” cask lives up to its name with explosive flavor, dense structure, and serious depth. A collector-driven, enthusiast-grade bourbon that delivers power without losing complexity.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced at Willett Distillery in Kentucky, the Family Estate series represents some of the most sought-after single barrel, cask strength bourbons on the market.

Each bottle is drawn from one individual barrel, with no blending—meaning every release is entirely unique. Barrel #1693, nicknamed “Time Bomb,” reflects Willett’s tradition of naming barrels to highlight their personality and intensity.

Key details:

• Age: 6 years
• Barrel: #1693 (“Time Bomb”)
• Proof: 126.3 (cask strength)
• Yield: Typically ~180–220 bottles per barrel

The whiskey is aged in new charred American oak, developing concentrated flavor while retaining structure at a relatively young age due to its high proof and active barrel influence.

Willett’s approach emphasizes individual barrel character over consistency, making each release a one-off experience for collectors and enthusiasts.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Dark caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, and baking spice

Palate:
Full-bodied and intense, with brown sugar, cinnamon, dark fruit, and layered oak

Finish:
Long, powerful, and warming, with lingering spice, char, and sweet oak

Quick Overview

Serving & Occasion

Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open the aromatics. Ideal for high-proof enthusiasts, collectors, and focused tasting sessions.