Frank August Case Study: 05 Wheated Reserve Bourbon

Frank August Case Study: 05 Wheated Reserve Bourbon is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, crafted from a meticulous 5 barrel batch and bottled at a bold 52.25% ABV (104.5 proof). This release showcases a refined wheated mash bill, offering a softer, sweeter take on traditional bourbon, with added richness from its small-batch aging process.

Each bottle in this Case Study series is part of an exclusive release—this one hailing from Batch 1 of 7, with only 984 bottles produced. Distilled and aged in Kentucky and bottled by Frank August in Bardstown, KY, this is a collector-worthy addition to any serious bourbon lineup.

🔍 Key Features:

• Limited Edition: Only 984 bottles produced

• Wheated Bourbon: Soft, smooth, and complex profile

• 52.25% ABV | 104.5 proof – bold yet balanced

• Small batch from a 5 barrel release

• Batch No. 1/7, Bottle No. marked individually

• Bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky by Frank August

👃 Tasting Notes:

Expect warm notes of baked spice, vanilla bean, and toasted oak, layered with hints of buttered caramel, dried fruit, and a silky wheated mouthfeel that finishes with a long, mellow spice.

🥃 How to Enjoy:

• Best enjoyed neat or with a drop of water

• Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate or aged cheese

• Ideal for collectors or a celebratory sip

❓ FAQ:

Q: What does “Wheated Reserve” mean?
A: It refers to a bourbon made with wheat instead of rye as the secondary grain, giving it a softer, sweeter flavor profile.

Q: How many bottles were made?
A: Only 984 bottles were produced in this batch—an extremely limited release.

Q: What’s the alcohol content?
A: This bourbon is bottled at 52.25% ABV (104.5 proof).

Q: Where is it made?
A: Distilled and aged in Kentucky; bottled by Frank August in Bardstown, KY.

Q: Is this a collectible release?
A: Yes, part of the Case Study series, each edition is small-batch and bottle-numbered.