Tastes

Third bourbon ever tried (EW black, WT 101). Resplendent golden color presentation. Floral oak and slight pear on the nose. Good texture on swirling in glass as slight syrup sticks. Pear, definite apricot upon taste and is that a hint of orange as well? Rye makes presence known upon rear sides of tongue at point of "Kentucky chewing." Apricot aftertaste most welcome.

Instant peppery, spicy greetings upon the tongue. You sense a touch of creamy vanilla a few moments afterward. But by then the pepper and the rye work their magic across your entire mouth. Goes down with a slight burn on this bourbon neophyte but then that spice - ooh yes. Didn't know if I'd like spice in a drink as I do in my food but WT 101 & I shall meet again.

My first-ever whiskey purchase.

Birthday gift from my brother. First tried it at his place.