Tastes

Decided to get a bottle at France 44 this month: price was right ($45 or so) and because I was intrigued after tasting its smokiness in a mixed drink at restaurant Sanctuary (downtown Mpls) that was fabulous. A whole different experience trying it neat in a Glencairn. This one will take some acclimation time..... The finish is intense. At the end, the empty glass still has fumes to foist up my nose. Whoa. As another commenter said, “Here’s one for the big boys” (‘cept I’m a gal).

On sale at Byerly's/SLP, at about $35, so I had to give a try, since it has been on my wishlist for a while. I liked the first glass a lot: very surprised since I'm Ky biased. Very spicy and up front. Second tasting, not as exciting: not as impressive somehow. Jury is still out for me.

Bought at Solo Vino, June 2017 Has a bite; not as sweet as described

The 11-yr, 94.2 proof single barrel at 21c Hotel in DT Louisville is highly recommended by Fred Minnick.

Fred Minnick recommends this one, May 2017: Cornbread with brown sugar butter notes, he says. One of best non-Ky bourbons. Texas

Feb 2017 bought at Ace Spirits, Hopkins $39.98

Liquor Boy purchase late April 2017, about $29 Very easy on nose--sweetness comes through there. Other reviews say no finish, but there is a mild tongue buzz that is pleasing after this first tasting A solid 3 today