Tastes

Baker’s 107 Single Barrel (1-2011, 8.5 years old). Beautiful new bottle design for the Beam higher end brand Baker’s. The release changes from a small batch to a single barrel as well. This release is 8.5 years old. Pours a lovely copper into the glass. Nose of vanilla, oak, peanut brittle. The palate hits you perfectly - some heat, but still not too hot - and has a delicate harmony of the Beam peanut character along side some sweeter notes; as you swallow toward the finish you get a rush of oak notes from the barrel almost reminiscent of a very good oaky scotch. The finish has length - peanut skin, spice. Overall a welcome refresh to this brand and a worthy addition to this segment for Beam Suntory. 92-94

Nose of mint. Sweet mint on the palate. This is excellent rye that tastes spicy but without smacking you in the face with it.

Sourced from MGP. Light in color. Nose is a very light typical MGP profile. Palate is smooth and has a pleasant light burn on the back. Corn, but sweet not stewed. This is a simple and light pleasant sipping whiskey. Finish is short. 84-86