{"id":1793,"date":"2024-07-30T16:50:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T21:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/?p=1793"},"modified":"2024-07-30T17:36:00","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T22:36:00","slug":"bca-doc-swinson-samba-amburana-rum-finished-rye","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/index.php\/2024\/07\/30\/bca-doc-swinson-samba-amburana-rum-finished-rye\/","title":{"rendered":"BCA Announces \u201cSamba\u201d \u2014 Doc Swinson Amburana Rum Finished Rye (Cigar Batch)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

PUBLISH DATE: July 31, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bourbon Club of Arkansas (BCA)<\/strong> has unveiled a highly limited and unconventional barrel selection nicknamed \u201cSamba,\u201d<\/strong> a Doc Swinson Amburana Rum Finished Rye Whiskey (Cigar Batch)<\/strong> created exclusively for the club and released through Warehouse Liquor on Main<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This release represents a first-of-its-kind approach for BCA: first come, first served<\/strong>, with just over 100 bottles available<\/strong>, limited to one bottle per person<\/strong>. The selection was designed specifically to reward highly engaged club members and will not appear on retail shelves<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\udd43 Bottle & Blend Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Producer:<\/strong> Doc Swinson\u2019s<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Nickname:<\/strong> Samba<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Style:<\/strong> Amburana Rum Finished Rye Whiskey (Cigar Batch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Blend Components:<\/strong>\n
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    • 95% Rye \/ 5% Malted Barley<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 51% Rye \/ 45% Corn \/ 4% Malted Barley<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Proof:<\/strong> 106.6<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Price:<\/strong> ~$79.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Packaging:<\/strong> Custom label with black wax<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Availability:<\/strong> Exclusive BCA release via Warehouse Liquor on Main<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Bottle Count:<\/strong> Just over 100 bottles total<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83d\udd25 Why \u201cSamba\u201d Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      \u201cSamba\u201d is more than a finish experiment\u2014it\u2019s a carefully balanced whiskey that bridges cigar-friendly rye spice<\/strong>, amburana\u2019s cinnamon sweetness<\/strong>, and rum-influenced softness<\/strong> without overwhelming the base spirit. Despite its proof, the whiskey drinks approachable and refined, making it equally suited for slow pours<\/strong>, cigar pairings<\/strong>, or elevated cocktails<\/strong> like an Old Fashioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This barrel was offered to BCA following ASCOT Awards recognition<\/strong>, where both the club and the distillery were honored\u2014making this release a direct result of national-level acclaim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      \ud83d\udcdd Tasting Notes (Quoted)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      Jeremiah Cotner (BCA):<\/strong>
      \u201cA VERY nice cigar finish that wasn\u2019t overwhelming and didn\u2019t drink like the proof. Very light cinnamon flavor which was not overpowering. Nice moderate finish that wanted you to come back for more. A little sweet which made it that much better.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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      Gary Penna (BCA):<\/strong>
      \u201cThis is a beautifully done amburana rum finished whiskey, one with just very mild amburana notes and drinks beautifully soft and sweet. A sugary cinnamon delight. This is going to be an excellent lower proof whiskey to drink with just about any type of cigar.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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      \ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f About Doc Swinson\u2019s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Doc Swinson\u2019s<\/strong> is a boutique American whiskey brand known for its small-batch blending philosophy<\/strong> and innovative finishing techniques<\/strong>. Rather than focusing solely on distillation, the brand emphasizes barrel selection, maturation strategy, and finish integration<\/strong>, often working with unique wood types and secondary casks to enhance\u2014rather than mask\u2014the underlying whiskey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Their portfolio frequently explores rum, wine, and specialty wood finishes, earning a reputation among enthusiasts for bold creativity balanced with restraint<\/strong>. The \u201cSamba\u201d release fits squarely within that ethos, showcasing amburana\u2019s expressive character while maintaining structure, balance, and drinkability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      \u23f3 Availability Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Pickup location: Warehouse Liquor on Main (Little Rock)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Bottles must be picked up within the designated window once they arrive<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Estimated delivery timeframe: 4\u20138 weeks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Once all bottles are claimed, the release is closed permanently<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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