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

Received a sample from a friend. Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes. Color: Medium-dark amber. Nose: Vanilla with some floral notes and a hint of fruit. Palate: Cinnamon and baking spice with a healthy dose of spearmint and clove. Finish: Long and very hot. Splash: A few drops of water calms the spicier notes, but no new flavors are revealed. Overall: 8/10 - The finish is the star of this show, although the spicy palate makes me think this could stand up to an ice cube or a mixer without losing much flavor. The scarcity prevents me from keeping this on my bar.

Decatur Package Store Barrel #16 10y2mo 107.4 proof 9/10 Candy, vanilla, tannin, balance