Booker's Bourbon Batch 2019-03 "Country Ham"

Best of the 2019 lineup so far, rich nose, sweet and smooth

Had a pour straight from a bottle that had been kept in my cold car, so it was essentially chilled. Initial flavor note was overwhelmingly brown sugar and cinnamon. As it warmed up, I really noticed that dry, dusty peanut flavor people often associate with Bean products. I don't know if I get anything from this I associate with country ham. Overall, good, but not the best Booker's I've had. Good depth, slight burn, medium finish. Nose is a bit disappointing. Honestly, not much there. I wasn't using a nosing glass though.

Nose: Great nose, complex, sweet, caramel, leather, burnt honey? Needs some ice to melt down first. Similar to Blanton’s nose. Palate: burnt, almost charred brown sugar toast. Very Long spicy finish, not near as good as the nose though.

Refreshing. It’s hefty, and the oak is prevalent. Not the same profile as the Kitchen Table I have. More of a classic bourbon with a twist. Thin base of caramel and vanilla, but most of what I get is a buttery, herbal, high-alcohol punch. Maybe some orange zest and cinnamon too.