Holladay 6 Year Soft Red Wheat Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon

An interesting bourbon in that it seems a little different each time i have a pour. Certainly some spice but not real sure how to describe the flavors. Maybe a little cinnamon at times but today not so much. Maybe even a little hint of cherry in there at times. Will try it again and maybe add a drop or two of water and see what that brings… will report back as necessary…

The nose is pleasantly gentle with a wonderful mix of oak and ripe fruit, with just a touch of dried flowers alongside it. Hints of vanilla and molasses slowly make their way out as it takes on notes of sweet, fruity cake. The palate is somewhat chewy fills the mouth to the corners with sharp oak, fruit and a mild burst of pepper. Vanilla and some mild baking spices follow, while the sweetness is definitely tamed and not as forward as on the nose. This is very full bodied and rich, without being complex. The finish is medium with lingering spice and stays somewhat chewy as the rest of the palate fades. It almost fades too quick which really holds this back a bit. It is otherwise a fantastic whiskey.

Distiller review template Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes. Color: Medium amber. Nose: Caramel, vanilla, some fruit notes. Palate: A bit of baking spice and some oaky dryness. Finish: Lobg length with medium heat. Splash: A note appears that's like a sweet clove note, even rhough there is no rye in rhe mashbill. Overall: 8.5/10 - I had sampled this next to the regular BiB at the store and preferred this one. I'm impressed enough that I may need to try them again side-by-side. The cost was ~$50 but I don't have the receipt. I'm definitely going to keep my eye out for more Holladay expressions.