The "Black" series from Stellum Spirits represents the next step in the evolution of the brand’s modern American whiskey program, layering reserve barrels into the original Stellum Bourbon blend to create something richer, deeper, and more complex than the already excellent core release. Stellum Spirits developed the Black label as a premium tier designed to showcase more mature barrels and more intricate blending, delivering a whiskey that feels both familiar and elevated at the same time. Originally released with a retail price hovering around $100, it competed directly with many of the luxury sourced bourbons dominating the modern whiskey market. Thanks to a special opportunity, however, we’ve secured a parcel at an almost unbelievable closeout price of just $25, transforming what was once a premium splurge into one of the most outrageous bourbon values on the shelf today. The whiskey itself absolutely delivers on the promise of the label. Aromas burst from the glass with flowery vanilla, orange creamsicle, caramel corn, and peppercorn spice before cedar and smoldering oak emerge with a little air. On the palate, sweet lightly charred orange leads into layers of leather, cardamom, cedar, and warm baking spice before settling into cinnamon sweetness. The finish lingers with dark chocolate, tobacco, and drying oak that prickles pleasantly across the tongue. Bottled at a robust 109.22 proof, this is a bold, expressive bourbon that was impressive at $100 and borders on absurd