Balcones Texas Pot Still Bourbon

This stuff is just not very good at all. That's why I bought a small sample bottle and not a full-size 750 ml. bottle... I just didn't trust it enough. Hint of cinnamon on the nose, but too much emphasis on the burn with not much flavor — aside from a strange medicinal flavor that reminded me of something I was given in my childhood. I love bourbon, and I try and appreciate what all distilleries have to offer. But this is just not good. Too young at a 2-year age statement, perhaps.

Very bitey. Smells very smooth, but has a hot alcohol burn. Medium aftertaste.

Interesting whiskey. Clear russet color. Glycerin-like from the bottle. Nose reveals Crackerjack, something like neatsfoot oiled baseball glove--which is not offputting-- mesquite, and a touch of vanilla. Entry is viscous like the pour, with a flavorful, mouthcoating palate that starts sweet and honeyed with some caramel on the back end, finishing with chilies and a long pull of vanilla and a touch of white pepper. Very nice, and $29 at my local shop.