Tastes

This one is a really well rounded bourbon. Impressive color with rich gold and amber just shy of a light maple syrup. Pleasant nose, mostly sweet but some tart berries beyond the oak and caramel. Feel was not too thin and was not overly oily; really well balanced. Taste was sweet and mixed among vanilla, pear/apple, and a bit herbal. Adding some water diluted flavors quickly, but still was tasty. I likely added too much and recommend a small amount of you’re sensitive to high proof and looking to edge out the ethanol. I would go neat in a chilled glass next time and let my palate do the warming. Excellent finish. Warm oak, popcorn, and a bit of spice make this a great drink. For the price, ($63 USD) in Midwest US at a small local place, this is an fantastic buy. There are very few that would be cheaper and give the same balance (Noah’s - hardly cheaper, or maybe OGD 114 at $23 but much younger).

Better review forthcoming. Tasted neat, 30min rest Nose: cinnamon toffee Palate: spicy. Vanilla, apples, dry holiday spices. Unbelievable taste at this proof drinking it neat. Finish: feel is smooth, taste is apple and cinnamon. Subtle burn. That proof! If you see it, buy it. Found mine for $62 in late Jan 2020.

Solid bourbon with a mellow nose containing a slight smoke, reminiscent of ultra-weak peat. Almost a chili/nacho flavor on the palate. It tastes young but not detrimental. Finishes rather quickly but, again, a slight peat, smoky flavor lingers. I think it’s worth the effort to try a pour before buying a bottle. I can’t recall the price I bought my bottle at, but likely $35-50. If you want a great entry level for a friend or relative starting their whisk(e)y journey, check out their prairie bourbon. I’ve seen it as low as $20. Interesting to follow as they transition to bottling their own juice, especially with their rye, bourye, and midwinter.

Not overly complex. White wine and light sherry nose. Faint pear and light sweetness. Peat is well balanced to the light flavors. Short finish. Great value buy and recommended for those who want to ease their taste into the peated realm.