{"product_id":"dark-arts-barely-legal-bourbon-750ml","title":"Dark Arts Barely Legal Bourbon 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark Arts Barely Legal Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e pushes the boundaries of what bourbon can be by using the absolute minimum corn required by law - just 51%. This \"barely legal\" mash bill maximizes the secondary grains (rye and wheat), creating a bourbon with exceptional spice and complexity that stands apart from traditional high-corn recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51% corn (minimum legal requirement for bourbon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold, spicy with maximum rye and wheat influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppery rye spice, soft wheat sweetness, and subtle corn backbone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, complex with lingering spice and grain character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy law, bourbon must contain at least 51% corn in the mash bill. Most bourbons use 60-80% corn for sweetness and smoothness. Dark Arts flips this convention, using exactly 51% corn and filling the remaining 49% with rye and wheat. The result is a bourbon that tastes more like a spicy rye whiskey while still maintaining bourbon's essential character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis innovative approach creates a bourbon for those who find traditional recipes too sweet or one-dimensional. It's bold, complex, and proof that pushing legal boundaries can lead to exceptional whiskey. Perfect for rye lovers who want to explore bourbon's spicier side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ascots 2025 Best in Category: \u003cspan\u003eBest Blend of Straight Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dark Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45870215561450,"sku":null,"price":75.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/8250\/0586\/files\/Dark_Arts_Barely_Legal_Bourbon_750ml_077a80ce-e5fe-4f85-8767-53e5a18b908b.png?v=1777939668","url":"https:\/\/americanfinespirits.com\/products\/dark-arts-barely-legal-bourbon-750ml","provider":"American Fine Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}