From Sparrow’s bourbon list, The Representative is a barrel strength bourbon that still drinks rich and balanced ($16 by the pour, or $24 for a larger pour).
About The Representative Bourbon
The Representative is a small batch bourbon bottled by Proof and Wood Ventures, a Connecticut-based independent bottler that sources and ages American whiskey. It is built from a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley, and it is blended from small batches of no more than 20 barrels, with every barrel carrying a minimum age of four years. That careful, small-lot approach is what keeps it consistent from pour to pour. It is a bold, characterful bourbon with a thoughtful backstory, and it earns its place on our Eastside whiskey list.
Tasting Notes
This is barrel strength but rich, meaning it carries the intensity of a higher proof without turning harsh. The rye in the mash bill brings spice and structure, while the corn delivers a sweet, full backbone. A splash of water or a large cube will soften the strength and let the layers unfold if you prefer it gentler.
What to Pair It With
This is a sipping bourbon, best enjoyed neat or over a large cube in our 21+ lounge after dinner. It also makes a robust Old Fashioned or Manhattan. From the Sparrow dinner menu, pair it with the American Wagyu steaks, the Sparrow-Smoked Rack, or the Truffle Deviled Eggs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Representative bourbon?
The Representative is a barrel strength small batch bourbon bottled by Proof and Wood, with a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley, blended from batches of no more than 20 barrels aged at least four years.
How much is a pour of The Representative at Sparrow?
At Sparrow in Kirkland, The Representative is $16 by the pour, or $24 for a larger pour.
What is the best way to drink The Representative?
It is barrel strength but rich, so it sips well neat to show its full intensity. If you prefer it gentler, a splash of water or a large cube softens the proof and opens up the rye spice and corn sweetness. It also makes a robust Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Where can I drink The Representative bourbon near Seattle?
Sparrow pours it in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, a short drive from Seattle. Enjoy it in our 21+ lounge after dinner; we are at 9736 NE 120th Pl.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the Stagg. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come taste it.