Chicken Cock Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Chicken Cock Wheated is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from the historic brand Chicken Cock, revived by Grain & Barrel Spirits. Unlike traditional bourbons that use rye as a secondary grain, this expression is a "wheated" bourbon, meaning wheat replaces the rye in the mash bill. This substitution results in a softer, sweeter, and smoother flavor profile. 

Product profile

Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated)

Proof: 94 (47% ABV)

Age: Aged for approximately 5 years.

Mash bill: Wheat-focused, replacing the traditional rye.

Distillery: Distilled and aged in Kentucky.

Heritage: The original brand was established in 1856 and famously smuggled into the Cotton Club during Prohibition. 

Tasting notes

Tasting notes for Chicken Cock Wheated include aromas of honeyed wheat bread, vanilla, soft oak, caramel, and light fruit. On the palate, it offers creamy sweetness with notes of toffee, baked apple, and warm biscuit. The finish is described as smooth and lingering with vanilla cream and toasted oak.