Bourbon brand Four Roses reveals its fan-selected Unicorn release for the year
In a significant move for the spirits industry, Four Roses Distillery has announced the release of its 2025 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon. This highly anticipated bourbon is now available at select retailers and via the distillery's bottle drawing.
Jonah Flicker, the current whiskey critic for a popular website, has reviewed this newsworthy release and praised its return to the classic Four Roses flavor profile. Flicker, a freelance writer whose work has appeared in various publications, has made a name for himself in the whiskey world.
The 2025 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon is a unique blend, consisting of 38% OBSV aged for 13 years, 35% OESV aged for 13 years, 17% OBSK aged for 13 years, and 10% OESV aged for 19 years. Each recipe is indicated by a code, such as OBSV and OESV, which signify the specific mashbill and yeast strain used in the bourbon's production.
Brent Elliott, the Master Distiller at Four Roses, has overseen the creation of this limited edition bourbon. Elliott, who has held this position for 10 years as of the recent 2025 mentions, has been instrumental in maintaining Four Roses' reputation for high-quality bourbon. The final blend was bottled non-chill filtered at 109 proof, further emphasising its premium nature.
Four Roses is an unsung hero of Kentucky bourbon, known for its flagship whiskey that consistently delivers on quality. The distillery releases an annual Limited Edition Small Batch bourbon, each one a unique and eagerly awaited addition to their collection.
Winners of the bottle drawing can pick up their bottle at the Distillery Visitor Center in Lawrenceburg, KY. With only 16,854 bottles being released and an SRP of $249, this limited edition bourbon is sure to be a coveted item among whiskey enthusiasts.
For those who are not lucky enough to win the bottle drawing, the Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon is also available at select retailers. This is a rare opportunity to experience a truly exceptional bourbon, so don't miss out!