Tastes

Hot as expected all the way through. Some hidden layers of wood oak and sweetness but the heat masks much if it. I am interested to compare in a blinded line up of cask strengths though. Not sure this is worth the MSRP price point on first pour.

Smooth, creamy and well balanced

Tropical, cherry, floral, honey nose. Light, tropical fruits, cherry and peppermint that evolves into a heavier, oaky dry chew. Finishes with more of same with some apricot, citrus and slight bit of pear. Not as hot as expected for 124.2 proof. Batch A124. This one leaves me wanting to discover more on subsequent pours.

Strong ethanol nose. Heavy, wheat dominant juice. Black licorice is prevalent with earthy, grassy substance. Very subtle hints of honey and perhaps some citrus and vanilla on introduction. One review mentioned a Scotch like resemblance - I agree. Perhaps it is the 4-grain mash that makes it diverge from traditional bourbon. Batch B-23.

Cherry, wheat mash dominant. Slightly flat at first intro but quickly materializes in fizzy cherry wholesomeness. Some oak barrel present in presentation and chew. The heat is disguised by a strong flavor profile. Finish is sparkling cherry and not as hot as expected for 118 proof. Some butterscotch picked up in subsequent pours. Not sure this is worth a $130 bottle investment at MSRP but if you can try it at a bar or tasting enjoy!

Starts smooth and sweet and then immediately pops with crisp, dancing sensations of traditional bourbon flavors. Not heavy on oak but I was aware it was there striking a good balance with traditional bourbon flavors and baking spices. As expected, finishes hot. Very good pour and probably my favorite barrel proof I've tried after Stagg. I found it at MSRP so all the better.

Pleasant palate to finish experience; well balanced and spiced; toasted wheat; palate and finish stronger than the chew; younger age does not bring out barrel oak; wheat mash and spice dominate. Year 2020, Batch 8 small batch.