The Nulu bourbon is crafted by Prohibition Craft Spirits, a distillery located in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky. Led by founder Keith Hazelbaker, this small but mighty distillery has gained recognition for its commitment to producing high-quality spirits.
At Prohibition Craft Spirits, they take a unique approach to their bourbon production. While they do distill some of their own spirits, they also source whiskey from the renowned MGP distillery in Indiana. This allows them to offer a diverse range of bourbon expressions, combining their own distillate with the expertise and craftsmanship of MGP.
The decision to source from MGP is not uncommon in the bourbon industry. Many well-respected distilleries, both big and small, rely on MGP for their whiskey needs. MGP has built a reputation for producing exceptional bourbon, and their distillate serves as a solid foundation for Prohibition Craft Spirits' bottlings.
One of the standout features of Nulu bourbon is its cask strength single barrel offerings. These expressions are bottled straight from the barrel, without any dilution or filtering, allowing the full character and intensity of the bourbon to shine through. Each barrel is hand-selected by the team at Prohibition Craft Spirits, ensuring that only the best and most unique bourbons make it to the bottle.
I've had the pleasure of trying several Nulu bourbon expressions, and I must say, they have truly impressed me. The cask strength bottlings offer a depth of flavor and complexity that is hard to find in many other bourbons. The rich caramel and vanilla notes are complemented by layers of spice, oak, and a delightful warmth from the high proof.
It's worth noting that while Nulu bourbon may not be distilled entirely in-house, Prohibition Craft Spirits puts their own stamp on each bottling. They carefully select the barrels, blending and finishing them to create their desired flavor profile. This attention to detail and hands-on approach ensures that every bottle of Nulu bourbon meets their high standards.
In addition to their bourbon offerings, Prohibition Craft Spirits also produces other spirits such as rye whiskey and gin. While I haven't had the chance to try these yet, I've heard positive reviews from friends and fellow enthusiasts who have enjoyed them.
Prohibition Craft Spirits is a distillery that combines the best of both worlds – their own distillation expertise and the quality whiskey sourced from MGP. The result is a range of bourbon expressions that are well-crafted, flavorful, and a testament to the art of whiskey making.