Whiskey: Short Barrel The Bee's Knees V Honey Cask Finish Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Size: 750ML

Proof: 117.7 (58.85%ABV)

Origin: United States

Distillery: Short Barrel

A highly limited release from Short Barrel’s cult-favorite Bee’s Knees series, this V edition (“The Honey Pot”) blends multiple aged bourbons (minimum ~6 years) before undergoing a double maturation—first in toasted barrels, then finished in honey casks sourced from multiple regions. The result is a bold, cask-strength bourbon that balances classic oak structure with a rich, natural honey influence. Produced in small batches and often released via lottery, it’s built for collectors and fans of finished whiskey styles.

Short Barrel The Bee's Knees V Honey Cask Finish Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Intense honey upfront, layered with caramel, vanilla, baked apple, toasted oak, and a touch of peppery spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and coating with notes of honeyed caramel, buttery toffee, cinnamon spice, roasted nuts, and a creamy, dessert-like richness.

Finish: Long, thick, and warming with lingering honey, vanilla, oak, and a gently spiced, slightly sticky-sweet fade.

Distillery Information

Short Barrel Bourbon is an independent bottler based in Georgia, known for selecting and finishing sourced Kentucky whiskey in unique ways. The “Bee’s Knees” series has become their signature line, centered around honey barrel finishing—a technique that enhances sweetness while preserving bourbon structure. Each release builds on the previous, often experimenting with different honey sources and barrel treatments. The V edition is especially notable for combining honey casks from multiple states into a single blend, creating a more complex and layered profile. Their approach emphasizes small-batch craftsmanship, high proof, and bold flavor expression. This release stands as a modern example of how finishing techniques can push bourbon into richer, dessert-driven territory without becoming artificially sweet.