--- title: "King of Bourbon After Shave Splash | WhollyKaw: King of Bourbon routine" description: "King of Bourbon After Shave Splash: companion to the King of Bourbon shaving soap. The bracing alcohol-based finishing step. Made in our New Jersey workshop." url: https://whollykaw.mom/learn/king-of-bourbon-splash published: 2026-05-05T00:00:00Z updated: 2026-05-23 keywords: ["king of bourbon after shave splash", "king of bourbon after shave splash", "after shave splash", "WhollyKaw king of bourbon splash", "king of bourbon routine"] author: "Sri" site: WhollyKaw --- # King of Bourbon After Shave Splash *King of Bourbon After Shave Splash: companion to the King of Bourbon shaving soap. The bracing alcohol-based finishing step. Made in our New Jersey workshop.* *King of Bourbon After Shave Splash is the bracing alcohol-based finishing step in the King of Bourbon shaving routine. Same fragrance compound as the [King of Bourbon shaving soap](/king-of-bourbon); this splash carries the scent through the rest of the day.* The same scent in the WhollyKaw King of Bourbon shaving soap in an after shave splash with Dragon's Blood and pheromones from botanical sources. Botanical extracts are part of a conditioned post-shave feel. Splash is in our Feromone formulation. ## Quick facts | Detail | What it is | |---|---| | Type | After Shave Splash: the bracing alcohol-based finishing step | | Companion to | King of Bourbon shaving soap | | Format | 118 ml bottle | | Where it’s made | Our New Jersey workshop. Small batches. | | Price | $21.99 per bottle | ## What an after-shave splash does An after-shave splash is the alcohol-based finishing step in a wet-shave routine. Three things it’s built to do: - **Bracing close.** The alcohol flashes off in seconds and the menthol puts a cold hit behind it. That tightened, cool, dry-in-seconds feel is what wet shavers mean by the sting. It is a sensory finish, not a medicinal one. - **Astringent close.** Alcohol contracts skin pores and the small surface vessels just opened by the warm lather for a comfortable post-shave feel. - **Scent throughline.** The same fragrance compound from the shaving soap continues into the splash, so the scent doesn’t disappear at the rinse. Wears 2-4 hours typically. If your skin doesn’t tolerate alcohol after shaving (eczema, rosacea, very dry skin types), the alcohol-free toner is the alternative finishing step. Some shavers layer splash THEN balm for both the bracing close AND the all-day conditioning. ## How to use After rinsing the lather, pat skin mostly dry. Shake the bottle, then a few drops of splash in your palm, rub palms together briefly to break the alcohol bite, then press onto skin (don’t rub aggressively). Some shavers prefer slap-application for the bracing effect; others prefer the gentler press. The alcohol stings briefly, then evaporates within 30 seconds, leaving the fragrance behind. ## The full King of Bourbon routine King of Bourbon is built to layer. Each step continues the same fragrance compound through the day: 1. [King of Bourbon shaving soap](/king-of-bourbon): the lather (the start of the routine) 2. [King of Bourbon splash](/king-of-bourbon-splash): alcohol-based, bracing close 3. [King of Bourbon toner](/king-of-bourbon-toner): alcohol-free finishing for sensitive skin 4. [King of Bourbon balm](/king-of-bourbon-balm): final conditioning step, longest scent throughline For all-day skin support without competing scents, our [grass-fed tallow zinc oxide cream](https://whollykaw.mom/products/grass-fed-tallow-non-nano-zinc-oxide-unscented-cream) is unscented, an unscented daily moisturizer that won’t fight the King of Bourbon throughline. ## Who King of Bourbon After Shave Splash is not for Honest limitations: - **Sensitive / very dry skin.** Alcohol-based splashes can sting and dehydrate. The [King of Bourbon toner](/king-of-bourbon-toner) is the alcohol-free alternative for sensitive types. - **Fragrance-sensitive skin.** King of Bourbon carries a real fragrance load. Our unscented [Bare Naked line](/bare-naked) (splash included) is the alternative. - **Strict ingredient minimalists.** Each post-shave product has its own preservative system; if you want the shortest possible ingredient deck, balms are the simplest. ## Cost per use A bottle lasts roughly 60 applications at typical use: - $21.99 / ~60 uses ≈ $0.37 per use About WhollyKaw. WhollyKaw uses real ingredient names on its labels: every component spelled out as it appears in the formulation, not hidden behind marketing-friendly aliases. And the tallow lather referenced throughout our shaving soaps contains fatty acids like oleic and palmitic acid, the same lipids your skin already produces, which is why a tallow-based shave feels lubricated, not slippery.**Selected customer reviews** > UPS really messed up my order. Wholly Kaw stepped in to help immediately. It took almost 2 weeks to get my order but, it was worth the wait. The scent is fantastic, my skin (entire head) feels great after application, my wife enjoys the smell and I don't feel like I smell like a Grandpa anymore (my old aftershave was discontinued and everything i got afterwards smelled like the 70s & 80s). Big thanks to a quality company with a quality product! Ryan S., verified buyer > > By far my favorite scent. I pair it with the shaving soap and a custom deodorant both with the same scent. I can’t say enough about the level of quality and customer service from this company. Christopher L., verified buyer > > WK KOB has a great bourbon profile. It's a smooth and semi-sweet profile that's on the mellow side IMO. It's not a strong or bold scent, but it smells great. Glen C R., verified buyer > > This one is sexy! And almost calming. This one is a masterpiece! Don't skip on the splash and thank me later! Ryan B. *A selection of reviews, not the full set. Read every review on the product page.* ## Frequently asked questions ### When should I use King of Bourbon splash vs the toner? Use the splash if your skin tolerates alcohol post-shave. The bracing close and the tightened finish. Use the King of Bourbon toner if your skin is sensitive (eczema, rosacea, very dry types), or in summer when alcohol-based products feel too drying. Many shavers keep both for different days. ### Will King of Bourbon splash sting? Yes briefly: that's the alcohol evaporating. The sting fades within 30 seconds and leaves the fragrance behind. If sting is the problem, switch to the alcohol-free toner. ### Can I use King of Bourbon splash AND balm? Yes: many shavers layer splash (for the bracing close) followed by balm (for all-day conditioning). The splash evaporates first; then the balm seals in moisture. ### Does King of Bourbon splash carry the same scent as the soap? Yes: same fragrance compound. The splash is the second step in the King of Bourbon routine where the scent continues from the lather phase. Wear time on skin is typically 2-4 hours. ### Where is King of Bourbon splash made? In our New Jersey workshop. Small batches. The fragrance compound is mixed by an American perfumer.