| Brand | Hogback |
| Region | Colorado, United States |
| Spirits Type | Whiskey |
| Spirits Style | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.9% |
Product details
Hogback Wallace Collection Barrel #12 Peated Single Malt Whiskey is a distinguished release from Hogback Distillery’s Wallace Malt Room series, crafted with passion and precision in Colorado. Distilled using 100% peated malted barley sourced directly from Scotland, this expression is matured for five years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels before receiving a unique six-month finish in Barbados rum barrels. This innovative maturation bridges traditional Scotch-style peat character with tropical sweetness and complexity, reflecting Hogback’s commitment to marrying Old World craftsmanship with New World creativity. Each bottle is hand-selected, non-chill filtered, and bottled at cask strength, embodying the distillery’s artisanal ethos and rugged mountain spirit.
On the nose, Barrel #12 opens with a briny, slightly salty character complemented by intriguing notes of black tea, sawdust, and shaving cream, layered with tropical hints of pineapple, pomegranate, butterscotch, and delicate rum. The palate evolves beautifully with candy pineapple sweetness, then moves into richer flavors of vanilla cake and icing sugar, supported by a waxy, phenolic mouthfeel that adds depth and texture. The finish is long and complex, beginning with creamy coconut and chocolate orange, trailing into lingering orange zest, raspberry, and a refreshing briny saltiness that invites another sip. Perfectly suited to pair with smoked brisket, grilled sausages, charcuterie, aged cheddar, or dark chocolate desserts, this whiskey’s bold peat and nuanced sweetness create a harmonious balance for both casual enjoyment and special occasions.
