Four Roses Private Selection Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon (OBSO)

This is a Lees Summit Missouri HyVee pick. A whopping 124.6 proof, very dark coloring. Nose overwhelms my nostrils. Taking it in lightly, I'm getting burnt sugar and cocoa, and a light floral note, but I don't pick up any fruitiness. Alcohol definitely makes its presence known. Palate is strong, less sweet than expected, but definitely chocolatey, and strong cherry. The heat of the proof reads peppery. The cocoa lingers and turns a little bitter at the end. Overall, very good. I tried it with a single small ice cube; the chocolate took over and it became a little one note. Better straight.

Less bold rye flavor, more sweet and fruity

Spicy first but then it is a mixed fruit bomb, with a long finish. It evolves on your tongue, very fun to sip on.