Brother's Bond Bourbon

Day 5 of the Flaviar Advent Calendar

The charred oak comes through like orchsrd apples and spice. There’s a hint of cherry and slight almonds. The palate is light, sweet honey and water, with slight tartness in the cheeks. The finish brings more honey and pepper. Its warming and mild. This whiskey is like honey drizzled on apple slices with an icewater chaser enjoyed next to a dish of apple crumble.

A great value for a distinct flavor. A peculiarity - maybe my nose is shot at - but I'm getting only a faint nose, perhaps a creamy, fruity, apple waft from it. A respectable color, light gold, nothing surprising (and that isn't surprising). The palette, it's great. I love the oak and leather that is amply spread throughout the profile, with a certain tannin-like quality to it, and a flavor, maybe two, that I can't place. Perhaps not tanning, but there is a dryness to it that really makes those noted flavors stand out. It's great.

Light start with a bitey (and very slightly spicy) aftertaste. Generally smooth though.

Smooth front….little cinamon and spice…not a hard or bold finish.