50% Wheated Bourbon Blend |105 Proof
Available in Select Markets Only
LEXINGTON, Ky. (September 30, 2025) - Town Branch Distillery, the 7th member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and the heart of Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.—is closing out Bourbon Heritage Month with the release of Imperium MMXXV, a high-end limited edition bourbon built on a 50% wheated bourbon foundation, bottled at 105 proof, non-chill-filtered, and offered at an SRP of $119.99.
Town Branch IMPERIUM MMXXV Kentucky Straight Bourbon – 105 Proof Imperium MMXXV marks the second annual release of this highly anticipated series. This year’s edition draws from Town Branch’s exclusive “Imperium Bourbon Stocks,” which include only the finest barrels from three of the distillery’s bourbon mash bills:
• Pot-still Kentucky Bourbon: 72% corn / 15% rye / 13% malted barley
• Column-still o Kentucky Bourbon: 72% corn / 15% rye / 13% malted barley
• Column-still Wheated Bourbon: 70% corn / 22% wheat / 8% malted barley
Each barrel pulled from the rickhouse and arriving at production is evaluated for its highest purpose — base blending, single-barrel program or Imperium stocks. The tasting of these barrels is like a tryout — much like an athlete re-earning a place on the team each season. Only the best of the best makes the cut.
“This year we again set aside our favorite and most unique bourbon stocks, tasting them as many times as needed to ensure each barrel still deserves a place in the Imperium stockpile before blending,” says Dave Bob Gaspar, Head Blender. “After almost a year of tasting thousands of barrels and collecting the rarest ones, we narrowed it down to only 6 barrels for this very special, small batch bourbon.”
The 2025 blend begins with a 50% wheated bourbon base, then marries 50% of Town Branch’s other bourbon stocks to create a distinctive hybrid profile unlike any other bottling from the distillery. Bottled at 105 proof, Imperium MMXXV delivers depth and power while allowing the wheated bourbon shine. This year’s Imperium again crowns Bourbon Heritage Month as a testament to Town Branch’s commitment to exceptional bourbon making. If you’re lucky enough to find a bottle, raise a glass to Bourbon Heritage Month — and to many more to come.
Brand Highlights:
Town Branch IMPERIUM MMXXV Kentucky Straight Bourbon (SRP $119.99/750ml) - A 50/50 blend of our finest bourbon barrels— 50% Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon mash bill barrels and 50% Kentucky Straight Bourbon mash bill barrels. Released annually during National Bourbon Heritage Month, this bourbon is marked by the year of release in Roman numerals, with a distinct proof and limited quantity.
Mash Bill: Multiple Kentucky Straight Bourbon Barrels
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (72C / 15R / 13B)
▪ SN 3963 / Fill Date: February 17, 2017 (Aged 8 years, 6 months)
▪ SN 4308 / Fill Date: February 7, 2017 (Aged 8 years, 6 months)
▪ SN 15647 / Fill Date: April 1, 2019 (Aged 6 years, 5 months)
o Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey (70C / 22W / 8B)
▪ SN 16368 / Fill Date: March 6, 2020 (Aged 5 years, 6 months)
▪ SN 16391 / Fill Date: March 6, 2020 (Aged 5 years, 6 months)
▪ SN 16394 / Fill Date: March 6, 2020 (Aged 5 years, 6 months)
- Age: MMXXV Release – Barrel Aged 5.5 to 8+ Years
- ABV: 52.5% / 105 Proof
- Estimated Availability: Very Limited Annual Release | 219 cases
- Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Rich Mahogany
- Aroma: Mature Oak, Honey, Spice, Licorice, Cherry and Ripe Plums
- Palate: Clove, Cinnamon, Baking Spice, Leather, Oak, Dark Cherries, Vanilla and Rich Caramel
- Finish: Lingering notes of Dry Oak, Spice and Honey
