Tastes

Starts with strong ash and a touch a brine that takes me to nighttime on the beach, as the bonfire smolders and fades away. The longer it sits the more fresh fruity sweetness appears, like overripe plum, which fades into toasted vanilla marshmallow on the palate. The ashiness lingers with stewed dark fruit for a long and complex finish that is keeping me salivating long after the last sip. I can't keep my nose out of this thing. A true revelation, and certainly the best single malt I've had.

Batch 13,128.4 proof. This is a full flavor, punch you in the face bourbon. Dark chocolate, brown sugar sweetness with tons of oak and cherry. High proof makes the tongue tingle, and almost a spicy rye shining through as well. A few drops of water smooth everything out and leads to rich, creamy vanilla. Wow this batch is amazing, and at $50, one of the best value bourbons I've ever had.