Overview
Thomas S. Moore is an extended cask-finished bourbon series from Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. The brand is named for Thomas S. Moore, who founded the distillery that became Barton 1792 in 1879.
The series gives Barton a premium innovation platform outside the core 1792 Bourbon lineup. It focuses on Kentucky straight bourbon finished for extended periods in secondary casks, including wine, port, sherry, cognac, and other finishing barrels depending on the release.
Brand History
The Thomas S. Moore brand was introduced by Barton 1792 as a way to honor the distillery’s founder while exploring extended cask finishing. Unlike many finished bourbons that spend only a short time in secondary barrels, Thomas S. Moore emphasizes longer finishing periods.
The brand’s release structure allows Barton to experiment with different finishing casks while keeping the connection to Bardstown and the distillery’s founder central to the story.
Who Owns the Brand?
Thomas S. Moore is owned by Sazerac Company as part of the Barton 1792 Distillery portfolio.
Producing Distillery
Thomas S. Moore is produced by Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky.
Core Products
Thomas S. Moore is best understood as a recurring finished bourbon series rather than a single permanent core bottle. Releases have included bourbon finished in port, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, sherry, cognac, and other casks depending on year.
Limited Releases
All Thomas S. Moore releases are limited or release-specific. Cask type, finishing length, proof, and availability vary by edition.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
Thomas S. Moore begins as Kentucky straight bourbon and receives extended finishing in secondary casks. Exact mash bill details, finishing duration, and proof should be checked by release because they can vary by expression.
Availability
Thomas S. Moore is more limited than 1792 Small Batch and may vary significantly by market. Finished releases are often seasonal or annual and may not remain continuously available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Thomas S. Moore Bourbon?
Thomas S. Moore is made by Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky.
Who was Thomas S. Moore?
Thomas S. Moore founded the distillery that became Barton 1792 in 1879.
Is Thomas S. Moore bourbon finished?
Yes. The brand focuses on extended cask-finished bourbon releases.
Who owns Thomas S. Moore?
Sazerac Company owns Thomas S. Moore through the Barton 1792 portfolio.