George Dickel 9 Year Hand Selected Barrel

The more I drink of this, the more I genuinely love it. This one was such a surprise. It's distinct from your standard bourbon and hits each note with confidence. I have to say, this was my first dabble in a Tennessee whiskey and it's set the bar extremely high. Sweet tones like maple and brown sugar. Warm and soothing while you enjoy it. It's a true charmer. (FWF share #13)

This is Tennessee's reason for existence. The state peaked when this was released; it's only downhill from such a summit. The dram is nearly everything I could ask for in a bourbon or Tennessee whiskey: a nose that's bursting with orange peel, cherry, chocolate, vanilla, caramel, and a little buttery corn, and a rich, smooth palate that integrates those elements from the nose with a leathery aged note and ends with a spicy, creamy, long chocolate caramel finish. Three cheers to the Volunteer State!

Somewhat grainy flavor - but in a pleasant way.

My 2nd favorite out of 50 bourbons, after Booker's. Pairs well with absolute everything. Buttered popcorn with candied walnuts.