Town Branch True Cask Bourbon (Batch #011) Review

Distillery: Lexington Distilling Company – Lexington, Kentucky

Proof: 116.6 (58.3% ABV)

Age: Undisclosed

Mashbill: See below

MSRP: $43

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Unfiltered, Undiluted, and Intentionally Bold

Town Branch’s True Cask series is built around a simple premise:  present bourbon as it comes from the barrel, without filtration or proof adjustment then let the whiskey speak for itself.

Batch #011 continues that approach at a robust 116.6 proof, carrying the Straight Bourbon designation while offering very little in the way of disclosed production detail.

The mashbill is described only as a blend of Town Branch’s high-malt bourbon mashbill and its traditional high-corn mashbill.  While proportions are not shared, the intent appears to be a layered profile that balances sweetness and spice rather than leaning fully into any single character.  Aging details are undisclosed, though the straight bourbon whiskey designation confirms aging in new charred oak without specifying duration.

Priced at $43, True Cask Batch #011 enters a crowded barrel-strength category where proof alone is no longer enough to stand out.  The real question is whether this batch delivers balance or whether intensity is the defining feature.

Let’s see how Batch #011 performs in the glass.

Town Branch True Cask Bourbon (Batch #011) Review: Tasting Notes

Nose – 3.9/5

Alcohol lift.  Toasted grain.  Dry oak.  Light caramel.

Strengths:  The Nose immediately signals its proof.  Leads with an alcohol presence.  While assertive, it avoids harsh solvent-type notes.
Why It’s Not Higher:  The proof presence narrows the notes range.
Rating Justification:  A direct, proof-driven Nose.  Prioritizes intensity over nuance.  Remains controlled.

Palate – 4.3/5

Rye spice.  Cracked black pepper.  Creamed corn.  Oak char.

Strengths:  The Palate is where this batch finds itself.  Rye-driven heat builds quickly and carries through the mid-Palate, giving way to high corn sweetness.  While the proof is intense, it enhances the Palate rather than overpowers it.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Spice dominates the center of the Palate.
Rating Justification:  A bold, flavorful Palate that handles its proof well.  More impact than complexity.

Finish – 3.4/5

Dry oak.  Lingering spice.  Warming.

Strengths:  The Finish stays consistent with the Palate.  Rye spice and oak dryness come together for a steady warm exit.  There is no abrupt drop-off.  The heat feels proportionate to the proof.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Some ethanol-like characteristics show up in the late Finish.
Rating Justification:  A Finish that reinforces the whiskey’s high-proof identity.  No new layers form.

Value – 4.2/5

At $43, True Cask Batch #011 offers strong value within the cask-strength category.  While it does not bring forth layers of complexity, it delivers an authentic, unfiltered cask-strength bourbon at a price point that is highly accessible.  For drinkers who prioritize proof, spice, and structure over polish, this is an easy Value proposition.

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Town Branch True Cask Batch #011 is first and foremost a proof-forward, spice-driven bourbon.  The expression embraces intensity.  The Palate carries the experience.

For enthusiasts seeking a reasonably priced barrel-strength bourbon that delivers honest rye spice and good oak influence without dilution, Batch #011 earns its place as a reliable, no-nonsense pour. Shop now.

Verdict – 3.9/5

We score each bourbon based on nose, palate, finish, and value.

Scoring System:

• Platinum – 4.5 – 5
• Gold – 4 – 4.5
• Silver – 3 – 4
• Bronze – <3