George Dickel 13 Year Bottled in Bond Tennessee Whisky (Fall 2008)

Dark copper/tarnished brass in color a few legs form after quite a bit of time... Hangs on the glass as one big sheet. Nose is loaded with rich oak and leather with dark chocolate covered cherries. Hints of baking spices pop through, along with a faint note of malted milk balls. Instantly warming, it's sweetness is present, but not the main player until the mid palate/early finish. The finish is long and interesting, unfolding in the reverse of the nose. A wonderful cherry wood character mingles with barrel char and burnt caramel. I definitely pick up the lemon peel/citrucy thing too It loosens up and reveals some vanilla with a few drops of water. I'm disappointed that the price is up to $49.99, but I'll still snap up every one I see.

Best product they offer. Barrel select is ok, and stay away from 15yr.

Definitely smell and taste of charcoal but surprisingly smooth

Lucky find at Twin Liquors - Katy/Fulshear Bend The nose is very corn forward with sweet cream and cloves added in. As it sits in the glass, vanilla and caramel start to waft out The palate starts with baking spices of clove, nutmeg and cinnamon. Mid way through, a black walnut essence shines through. Dark chocolate and caramel show up more and more as the glass sits as well The finish is peppery citrus almost like a toasted Meyer lemon with vanilla and caramel closing it out. Definitely a sweater than normal finish One of the better Tennessee whiskeys I’ve ever tasted. Was worried that the Dickel chill-filtering process along with the 13 years of aging would make this whiskey a little too rounded and mellow. However, was pleasantly surprised with the strong complementary flavors that were just sharp enough to keep things interesting! Edit - I’m just below the shoulder now and this bottle continues to improve. The citrus notes continue to be enhanced as well as the nutty black walnut flavor (which I really like). I’ve enjoyed this bottle so much, I purchased another one!