2XO Bourbon Releases The Vinyl Blend

2XO Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey founder Dixon Dedman, known for his blending abilities, has announced the release of The Vinyl Blend.

This is the sixth entry in 2XO’s Icon Series.

“I am excited for 2XO fans and collectors to try my newest release, The Vinyl Blend,” says Dixon. “Classic vinyl was how we listened to music growing up in my parent’s house, and the simple ritual of enjoying an album with a neat pour of whiskey is now one of my favorite ways to relax. Sit back, spin your favorite album and raise a glass to good tunes and great bourbon.”

2XO, meaning Two Times Oak, refers to Dixon’s blending process in which every 2XO expression undergoes additional oak exposure. The additional oak interaction is meant to build the sweetness and balances the spice derived from the rye-forward mash bills.

The Vinyl Blend consists of two proprietary mash bills — a high-rye (35%) bourbon mash bill and a moderate-rye (18%) bourbon mash bill. Dixon double barrels the high-rye (35%) bourbon mash bill into new #4 charred oak barrels for 9-12 months. The double barreled char #4 high-rye mash bill comprises 40% of The Vinyl Blend, with the remaining 60% split evenly between the original high-rye and moderate-rye bourbon mash bill.

The result is notes of honeysuckle, vanilla crème brûlée, grilled pineapple and a long peppery finish, according to the company.

Available now nationwide and online at ReserveBar.com, The Vinyl Blend has a suggested retail price of $99.99 per 750-ml. bottle.

All 2XO Kentucky straight bourbon whiskeys are made in partnership with Prestige Beverage Group.

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