Hirsch The Bivouac Bourbon 750ml

Hirsch “The Bivouac” Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Age

A proprietary blend of two bourbons:

• 95% aged just over 3 years

• 5% aged up to 8 years

Distillery

Blended and bottled by Hirsch Whiskey in Kentucky using hand-selected straight bourbon barrels from a Kentucky distillery.

Region

Crafted in the heart of Bardstown, Kentucky, combining youthful vibrancy and mature depth in a classic small-batch format.

Mash Bill

• Majority blend: 74% corn, 18% rye, 8% malted barley

• Minority component: 72% corn, 13% rye, 15% malted barley

ABV / Proof

Bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof) for optimal flavor expression and versatility.

Description

Hirsch “The Bivouac” is a bold, frontier-inspired bourbon that captures the spirit of exploration and balance. Crafted from a high-corn, high-rye blend of youthful and mature barrels, it delivers a layered profile with sweet grain character, firm spice, and oak-driven complexity. Its 100-proof strength adds structure and clarity to a whiskey built for both casual sipping and bold cocktails.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Golden amber with a warm, sunlit hue and medium body in the glass.

Aroma

Bright and grain-forward, offering vanilla, hay, fresh cinnamon, and toasted bread. Secondary notes of orchard fruit and mild caramel emerge with air.

Palate

Vibrant and structured: cinnamon, caramel corn, and soft fruit tones lead into oak spice, nutmeg, and a faint dark chocolate richness. Balanced sweetness with a rye-spiced lift.

Finish

Medium in length with a clean, warming fade: dry oak, sweet vanilla, cracked pepper, and a gentle echo of baking spice.

Accolades

• Praised for its blend of youthful energy and aged complexity

• Recognized for excellent proof-to-flavor balance and transparency
  

Summary

Hirsch “The Bivouac” delivers a bold, expressive take on Kentucky bourbon — blending bright, youthful character with aged elegance. Bottled at 100 proof and crafted with care, it’s an adventurous, full-flavored whiskey designed for those who appreciate clarity, complexity, and balance in every sip.