Ezra Brooks 90 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon

OK let’s get a couple things out-of-the-way. This is a budget price bottom shelf bourbon, secondly I was told I have become somewhat of a bourbon snob (an accolade typically reserved for scotch drinker’s LOL). so can a “bourbon snob” enjoy a bourbon for under $15, if it’s this bourbon I can. Now make no mistake, you can’t compare this bourbon to your standard in the $25 or above price range, it is what it is. There is plenty of butter and peanuts with lots of vanilla in the body. It lacks the smoothness and fuller body mouth feel, and there is a little bit of the “twang” on the finish. When you compare this to other bourbons in this price range, this one stands out - it’s good.

Giving it a 4.0 due to the combination of taste profile & price. At $12.99 you cannot go wrong with this bourbon (though some here have gotten it for as little as $9.99). It can definitely be enjoyed neat & not "just as a mixer". It's a light shade of gold in color, with a perfumy nose and a light-bodied mouth-feel. There is a depth of character but not as bold as something like Buffalo Trace or Larceny. Finish is long and satisfying. Again you have to consider the price on this dram. Once you cross over the $20 mark, I think you're in different territory and a comparison to Evan Williams Single Barrel, Jim Beam Distillers Cut, Buffalo Trace etc, is not appropriate. Enjoy it for what it is...at the very least if you have friends come by, you can serve something they'll enjoy without breaking the bank!

The nose is bitter. Tea leaves, wood, and honey. Body tastes of sweet tea and cinnamon. Good, clean, and simple. Finish is cinnamon and cedar. I like this bourbon. It’s basic, but it delivers value for money. Might be third place now in this category below BT and Four Roses.

My favorite yet. Similar to Jim Beam Black but significantly cheaper and the better choice.

Full flavour, yet thin. Light mouthfeel, short finish. Good for a beginner, adequate for an intermediate. Prob boring for an advanced. Good summer bourbon - not enough body to keep you warm in the winter.