Booker's Bourbon Batch 2017-01 "Tommy's Batch"

Tommy's Batch has a familiar Booker's nose that makes my mouth water. Cherry is the first aroma that jumps from the glass along with vanilla, caramel and spicy oak. As the whiskey settles down I also pick up some mint and a hint of dill. On the palate there is caramel and pepper followed by a burst of heat that leads to a big oak note. Out of that oak note comes mint, vanilla, cherry cola and brown sugar. The vanilla and oak carry through to the finish, and as the oak fades the vanilla grows in intensity. Cherries make an encore appearance, and the peppery spice is replaced with cinnamon. On the whole it's another excellent small batch offering from Booker's. 4.5 stars.

One of my favorites. Incredibly smooth for a higher cast strength!