Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

I had previosly the single barel version that i believe with its 50% abv and complexity plays in a different league, but this is also exceptional in this price range. It is especially for you if you prefer the less strong sirits. On the nose it is as complex as the scotch single malts (sorry to the single malt lovers :):)). The chared oak and the caramell are definately dominating, but  right after that comes the fascinating spiciness of the rye impressing balance with the cinnamon, Anish and apple. I like to smell whiskys, but this definitely wants you to taste it. And here comes the difference between a small batch, and a single barrel. On the palate the oak is dominating with some caramell and vanilla, all the complexity that your nose brought almost disappears. All together it nice whiskey, best choice after a hard day, but not something to celebrate with. The finish is long though :) Leaves hot spice with bitterness of the oak for you.

NEAT NOSE - Pretty pleasant and not harsh. Notes of vanilla, oak, caramel and some floral notes. PALATE -There is a very nice and velvety mouth feel with a hint of spice and cinnamon. Caramel is pretty prominent on the palate as well. FINISH - Medium. BUY - Sure. It’s a good budget bourbon. BUY AGAIN? - It’s widely available and it won’t break the bank. I think it makes for a great daily. I wonder how it stacks up against some of the regular single barrels.