1792 Small Batch Bourbon

Poured neat. Initially the nose was a little underwhelming. This glass was ethanol forward with faint touch of sweet grains, vanilla and a pinch of ground cinnamon. A light scent of toasted marshmallow jumped out after the first sip. Flavorwise, vanilla, cinnamon and charred wood dominate the palate along with a boozey note normally found in younger whiskeys. There's an oiled leather characteristic that coats the mouth well and fades to a pleasant tobacco and woodsy finish. Overall it drinks a little hot for 93.7 proof and the flavors are very spikey and disjointed. I preferred this particular bottle over ice which rounded out the rough edges a bit, and it was even better as a base for an Old Fashioned.

Very strong ethanol smell. Nose is leathery, short finish and not very complex. It's not bad but probably better out there for the price.

Banana and notes of vanilla right away. Caramel and sweet notes on taste with the rye spice coming out in the finish.