Blackened Whiskey

Not sure if things really vary batch to batch but this is worth it.

There are some spirits I see, raise a brow and wonder what the motivation is to put celebrity face on the bottle. George Clooney, Matthew McConaughey, The Rock, @RealRonBurgundy “Is it a ploy?” “It’s probably terrible and needs a promotion face.” This is probably just the same. Judging the book by it’s cover, which is what we consciously or subconsciously all do. A perfumed nose, in contrast to the thrash metal image of Metallica. More of bubblegum rock, if I can make a musical analogy. Rose water, blood oranges, anise, milk chocolate, bananas, caramel and hazelnut. First draw is light and spicy. There is not a broad spectrum of flavors, but what’s present is pleasant. Butterscotch, black pepper, walnuts, ripened plums, A nice finish that’s lasting of barrel charcoal, cigar leaf, dark chocolate, orange zest with a hint of brown sugar. Target marketing, social conversation centerpiece or just a simple outlet for doing something different. Perhaps all three. The band is participant in a whiskey that is quite good, approachable and a bit unique. It’s not what I expected. An image of rough, brash, heavy is what I preconceived. It’s the inverse. Worthy for a dollar earned to try. Thanks @PBMichiganWolverine for the sample. [86/100][Tasted: 2/5/21]

Warm and simple, nice flavor. The spice at the end is more alcohol than season.