Tastes

Nose: Very “pretty”. A floral, honey bouquet amidst the usual bourbon aromas. Caramel, oaky, cherry, etc. Taste: More of the same notes from the aroma are present in the taste. A little more herbal and mildly spicy from the slight rye influence. Very easy to sip. Very friendly. Not much that presents a challenge (and that isn’t a bad thing). Finish: Medium-long. Leaves you wanting to taste again. Sweet oaky tannins and caramel/honey sweetness. Overall: Smoke Wagon is one to look for. Although this is the “most basic” expression of the current lineup, you won’t be disappointed. And for the price, it is up there with others like WT101, BT, ER10, etc for best bang for buck. I have had Smoke Wagon UU. This is the tamed down, yet still delicious, little brother. Easy sipper. Would definitely recommend.

Very good. Buttered toast, and apricot jam. Towards the end of the bottle it morphed in to golden fruit (heavy on the mango), chili, and maltiness. Definitely recommend picking up a bottle. Single Barrels/Store Pics are usually pretty phenomenal, too!

Overripe green apple, raw honey, mineral after taste. Not very complex.

Subtle cherry, baking bread, clove, and thin maple syrup. Short finish, but overall a good dram!

Checks all of the boxes. One of the best bourbons for the money. Highly recommend!

Syrup, baking spices, sweet cream, toasted bread, cinnamon, peanuts, and more baking spices. A little hot, but rich from start to finish. A must have.

Light, honey, floral, mizunara oak is delicious.