Four Roses Single Barrel OBSV Recipe
The Four Roses Single Barrel OBSV Recipe is the flagship expression of Four Roses’ single-barrel lineup, known for its classic, balanced bourbon profile. Featuring a high-rye mash bill and the V yeast strain’s delicate fruit and floral characteristics, this bourbon is aged between 7 and 9 years and bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) to showcase its richness and complexity.
Specifications:
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Recipe: OBSV (35% Rye, 60% Corn, 5% Malted Barley)
Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
Aging: 7 to 9 years
Flavor Profile: Balanced flavors of caramel, vanilla, oak, and light fruit with a touch of rye spice
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Delicate floral aromas paired with hints of honey, caramel, and a touch of oak.
Palate: A smooth, full-bodied flavor with notes of caramel, vanilla, ripe fruit, and balanced rye spice.
Finish: Long and clean, with lingering sweetness and a subtle spice that leaves a refined impression.
Why It Stands Out:
The OBSV recipe is the quintessential expression of Four Roses, offering a perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and floral notes. Its high-rye mash bill provides a touch of spice, while the V yeast strain enhances the bourbon’s delicate fruitiness and elegance. Perfect for sipping neat or on the rocks, this bourbon is a versatile and sophisticated choice.

Key Features

• Product Name: Four Roses Single Barrel Recipe Collection

• Distillery: Four Roses Distillery, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky

• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Collection

• Edition: Limited “Recipe Collection” Set – Includes 10 Single Barrel Bottles

• Volume: Each bottle 375ml (or select 750ml edition sets)

• Proof / ABV: 100 Proof (50% ABV) – Bottled-in-Bond Single Barrel Strength

• Mash Bills:

  • OB recipes: 60% corn, 35% rye, 5% malted barley

  • OE recipes: 75% corn, 20% rye, 5% malted barley

• Yeast Strains: V, K, O, Q, and F — each adding unique flavor attributes

• Age Statement: 8–10 years (average per barrel)

• Color: Deep amber with honeyed copper hues

• Packaging: Collector’s display box with detailed flavor guide and tasting notes

• Collectibility: Extremely limited edition; highly sought after by bourbon enthusiasts

Master Distiller Brent Elliott selected and mingled six of Four Roses’ 10 Bourbon recipes, each aged a minimum of 6 years, to handcraft Small Batch Select. Non-chill filtered and 104 proof, our newest permanent product-line extension offers truly unique flavor characteristics. Balancing notes of candied fruit with warmth and spice, Small Batch Select is enjoyable to both casual drinkers and Bourbon connoisseurs. Small Batch Select is best enjoyed straight up or on the rocks. 104 proof. 52% alcohol/volume. Small Batch Select is available in Kentucky, New York, California, Texas and Georgia. It will launch to additional locations in the future.
750 ml
NOSE
Raspberries, clove, and nutmeg
PALATE
Apricot, berries, vanilla, and light oak
FINISH
Lingering spearmint, light touch of cinnamon
 
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon?
Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon is a premium bourbon whiskey crafted by Four Roses Distillery. It’s known for its distinct blend of six unique bourbon recipes, resulting in a well-balanced and flavorful whiskey.
How does the flavor of Four Roses Small Batch Select differ from other bourbons
Four Roses Small Batch Select stands out for its complexity and balanced flavor profile. It typically offers a combination of fruity, spicy, and floral notes, making it a unique and enjoyable bourbon for enthusiasts.
What’s the best way to enjoy Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon?
Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon can be enjoyed in various ways, such as neat, on the rocks, or in classic bourbon cocktails like the Old Fashioned or the Mint Julep. The choice depends on your personal preference, as this bourbon is versatile and can complement a variety of drinking experiences.

Frank August Small Batch Bourbon – Frank August is a modern expression of what bourbon is, what it can represent. We believe bourbon has a more expansive story to still tell, one for all of us, because it will be told by all of us. So join us, as Frank August is a call to be open and undisguised. An invitation to come together and share in America’s Spirit. Be Frank.APPEARANCE: A rich auburn with full legs that beautifully coats the glass.
NOSE: Frank August’s Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon opens with hints of caramel and vanilla that are balanced with warm oak and mild baking spices which warm the senses.PALATE: Echoes those initial sweet caramel and vanilla notes, with cinnamon and rye bread spices coming forward. At 100 proof, it is a perfect balance of heat and smoothness that warms your mouth, while hints of brown and malt sugars begin to present themselves.FINISH: As flavors of vanilla, oak and baking spices transition through all senses, it leaves a medium – long finish, wanting you to pour another glass.