Tastes

I'm at a bar right now, and because Frey Ranch is one that I've wanted to try, I figured this would be the perfect venue to give it a test drive. To be honest, this tastes more like Scotch to me than bourbon. Very earthy on the nose — almost like clay. But it's not bad. With all the other bourbons out there I want to try, not sure if I'll buy a bottle any time soon. But I could see a purchase in the not-so-distant future.

Surprisingly smooth for a bottle under $20. Slight burn going down — but it doesn't last (and I get the same from $50-$70 bottles, anyway). Spicy and sweet.

Heavy ethanol with vanilla and some leather, as well, on the nose. Spicy and sweet apples with some heat on the palate. Ice cube definitely helps. Not the best, not the worst. I like the wheated bourbons, but this one JUST misses the mark.

This is very good. Not too much burn, and just the right amount of "sweet", "smoke", and "leather". I could see this one achieving "go-to" status amongst my other favorites.

A friend told me his brother really likes this one, so I figured I'd give it a try. I only bought a tiny bottle, in the event that I wasn't blown away... and it was a good move. Not bad at all, but nothing special to my palate. Probably best as a mixer, and not a daily sipper. Planning to give this another try. I have a feeling it's better than I recall, and sometimes I need to pour a few glasses before I can truly weigh-in. A tiny sample bottle can't afford that.

Smooth, Sweet, Cherries, Spices. Was torn between this one and the much higher-proof 1920. Glad I went this route. This could be a go-to once I'm done trying all the bottles I want to.

Peaches at first, spicy heat with a preponderance of alcohol follows. The more I sip, the more I taste. Walnuts and sweet woodiness. Very creamy, as I've seen in others' reviews, which makes for a pleasing sipping experience. Not sure if this will become a go-to. But it's got potential... especially since some bourbons tend to open up and transform the closer I get to the bottom of the bottle.

Cinnamon and apples! Very spicy on the nose and palate. I get the "cherry cola" the expert review mentions. A little ice really helps reveal it. Not sure why this is getting so many 1 and 2 stars here. To each their own, I guess. But don't let the bad reviews deter you. This is good stuff. Strong at 100 proof. Stronger than some higher proofs I've had.

Smooth and sweet. I'm more a bourbon drinker, but this has some bourbon-like qualities to me. Major cherry cola on the nose — which carries over to the palate, along with licorice and cinnamon. Very good if you like single malt Scotch Whiskeys. This was a Christmas gift, but I'd buy again myself.

This is really good Canadian Whiskey. I taste walnuts... and I love walnuts. Grab a bottle if you can find one! You'll be very glad you did.