Fathertime Bourbon is the result of comedian Jim Gaffigan's bourbon habit-turned-obsession (he's even done a full stand-up special on the subject). It is a limited seasonal release each spring and fall of Kentucky Bourbon handpicked by Gaffigan that puts the standard Celebrity spirit to shame both in his level of involvement and the resulting quality of the product. Each batch is released in standard proof (46.2% abv) as well as what he calls "Empty Nester Strength" (60.5% abv), for those who crave a little extra kick in the pants.
We are thrilled to be able to offer the latest limited batch, "The Caboose", and to host Jim Gaffigan for a tasting at our San Francisco Store on June 14 from 12:30-2:30 PM. He'll be hanging out, talking whiskey, and pouring samples of both expressions of "The Caboose" batch.
Our tastings can get crowded even on a normal day, so although this will be free and open to the public, entry may be staged depending on turnout. Bottle quantities are also limited - purchase for store pickup in advance to guarantee your bottle and for quick entry to the tasting.
"The youngest child in a large family holds a unique position – they’re the recipient of a distinctive focus from both parents and siblings. Just like the last car of the train painted bright red, they stick out. Some of the undeserved attention is positive and some of it is, well, annoying. But a caboose, like a large family, is increasingly rare these days. Both are worth celebrating, ideally with a good bourbon."
Proofed down with traditional limestone water, this expression leans heavily into soft, sweet bakery notes and high drinkability. It emphasizes classic sweet notes over heavy oak or aggressive rye spice. Nose is decadently sweet and inviting. Warm butterscotch, melted brown sugar, and moist yellow cake lead the way, supported by subtle aromas of vanilla custard, light cinnamon powder, and an interesting splash of warm root beer. Palate is soft, rounded, and approachable. The mouthfeel delivers creamy caramel, honey-drizzled cornbread, and prominent butterscotch hard candy. The rye presence flows underneath as a gentle baking spice and mild cinnamon bark rather than a sharp bite.