Tastes

Theres a lot to be said for a sippable bourbon you can walk in to a shop and buy off the shelf for no markup. This is that bottle for me. The double barrell expression lends heavy oak notes and serious sweetnees with lots of vanilla and sugary goodness. Its a bit astringent on the nose and has a little more heat than id like from a sipper but overall very pleasing and excellent in a cocktail.

They really did something special with this one. It almost doesn’t taste like whiskey to me. The fruit essence of the brandy really shines through and creates something new and different.

The nose on this one seemed a little thin but its just so good when it hits your lips. The palate really does show the art of blending scotch. I can taste the different influences, almost like im looking at a map of Scotland. Included is a nice peat note that isnt overpowering at all. Really a beautiful, well balanced dram and good value for the money taboot (taboot).

Price gouging and market dynamics really cloud the issue but this is a really delicious well rounded Bourbon that’s a pleasure to drink. Balanced notes. Nothing really out of place. Easy to reach for

This was a pretty hyped up bottle from some stuff I read online. I was not impressed. Def got a good whiff of the port wine on the nose but the taste left me wanting something rounder and more robust.

Solid. Well rounded and easy to like but won’t blow your hair back. Great value for the $

Tough one to really judge. On one hand the calvados finish applied here is really excellent, on the other there is a bit of an astringency that comes along with what seems a bit like a mid grade underlying spirit. I certainly enjoy the bottle but won’t be rushing to find a second.

This one for me stands above the unfiltered/uncut that has a higher price point. I think the interplay of spice/sweet and heat is just great here and even better considering the price point