Town Branch Distillery is combining parts of all three of its mash bills for the unique Town Branch Imperium MMXXVI Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
The Lexington, Kentucky distillery will be pouring this third Imperium series at the upcoming Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown.
Town Branch IMPERIUM MMXXVI Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Where to purchase in person: A bottle signing with Town Branch Head Distiller & Blender Dave Bob Gaspar is set for Friday, September 4, from noon–4 p.m. EST at Town Branch Distillery. The distillery team will also be pouring Imperium Bourbon at the upcoming 2026 Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown from Friday through Sunday, September 11–13.
Mask Bill: Multple, all built on a 50% heated bourbon foundation.
SRP: $119.99
ABV: 57.55 (Cask strength)
Town Branch Imperium MMXXVI Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Mash Bill: Multiple Kentucky Straight Bourbon Barrels
- Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (72C / 15R / 13B)
- SN 3882 / Fill Date: January 28, 2017 (Aged 9 years, 6 months)
- SN 6287 / Fill Date: September 25, 2017 (Aged 8 years, 10 months)
- SN 6387 / Fill Date: May 17, 2018 (Aged 8 years, 2 months)
- SN 6290 / Fill Date: September 25, 2017 (Aged 6 years, 10 months)
- Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey (70C / 22W / 8B)
- SN 8655 / Fill Date: March 3, 2018 (Aged 8 years, 5 months)
- SN 16466 / Fill Date: March 5, 2020 (Aged 6 years, 4 months)
- SN 16473 / Fill Date: March 5, 2020 (Aged 6 years, 4 months)
- SN 16479 / Fill Date: March 5, 2020 (Aged 6 years, 4 months)
- Age: MMXXVI Release – Barrel Aged 6 to 9+ Years
- ABV: 57.55% ABV / 115.1 Proof
- Estimated Availability: Very Limited Annual Release | 205 cases (6pks)
- Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Rich Mahogany
- Aroma: Honey, Stone Fruit, Vanilla, Oak, Cinnamon, and Pecans
- Palate: Honey, Dark Cherry, Vanilla, Pecan Pie, Pastry, and Molasses
- Finish: A bittersweet finish with Dry Oak, Spice, Rich Caramel, Dark Toffee and Honey
Source: Town Branch Distillery
"This is the best of the best for us, and we only have so much to share. Once it's gone, it's gone, so if you see a bottle, grab it.”
About Town Branch Distillery
(From the distillery): Located in Lexington, Kentucky, Town Branch Distillery is notable as the first new distillery to open in the city since Prohibition. It is part of Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co., the only brewery and distillery on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®️. The distillery produces several acclaimed spirits, including Town Branch Bourbon, Town Branch True Cask Bourbon, Town Branch Overproof Whiskey, Town Branch Rye, Town Branch Malt, and Bluegrass Sundown, a Bourbon-infused coffee liqueur. Town Branch upcycles every used barrel to craft a variety of whiskeys and barrel-aged beers, such as Lexington’s flagship Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale. This process ensures each barrel's legacy continues within our diverse product line. For more details, visit www.lexingtonbrewingco.com
