There are many different arenas of the whiskey world that are subject to the concept of diminishing returns, but no clearer illustration than when we venture into the world of high age-statement bourbon and rye. Unlike the malt/scotch whisky world, where aging in used barrels leads to a slower and softer maturation process, whiskey aged in newly charred barrels runs a much greater risk of passing its peak over time, especially once you get into age statements beyond 12 or 15 years.
The Lock Stock and Barrel series of rye whiskeys from Cooper Spirits shoots for just such a rare exception. These are barrels of 100% Canadian rye whiskey, from the well-respected Alberta Distillers Ltd., which were purchased by third-generation distiller Robert J. Cooper years ago.
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that there are aspects of LSB rye in particular that facilitate longer aging times, most notably the cold-weather maturation in Canada, which leads to slower aging than the warmer air of a climate like Kentucky. Likewise, Cooper Spirits touts its 3.5 barrel char and “lack of toasting” as conducive to being able to spend more time in the barrel without becoming over-oaked.
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