RD One Small Batch French Oak

RD1 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished with French Oak

RD1’s French Oak expression takes classic Kentucky bourbon and gives it a richer, more refined edge through an additional finishing period with specially prepared French oak staves. After aging for more than four years in new American oak barrels, RD1 introduces French oak sourced from central France, seasoned for two to three years and toasted to the distillery’s specifications.

The result is a beautifully balanced bourbon with caramel, dark cherry, and sweet oak leading the palate. As it opens, deeper notes of dark chocolate, baking spice, toasted nuts, vanilla, and dried fruit emerge, complemented by a rich mouthfeel and a gently drying oak finish. The French oak adds structure and complexity without overwhelming the underlying bourbon.

Bottled at 101 proof, RD1 French Oak hits a great middle ground between approachable and full flavored. It offers enough proof to satisfy seasoned bourbon drinkers while remaining polished enough for anyone beginning to explore finished whiskey.

For fans of Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Maker’s Mark wood-finishing releases, or other oak-forward bourbons, RD1 French Oak is an excellent bottle to explore. Expect a profile that leans toward caramel, chocolate-covered cherry, baking spice, and toasted oak, with the French wood bringing additional depth and sophistication.

Proof: 101
ABV: 50.5%
Style: Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished with French Oak
Age: 4+ Years
Finish: French Oak Staves
Producer: RD1 Spirits – Lexington, Kentucky