Ironroot Harbinger (115 Proof)

So, I don't have a bottle as this is a sample from Matt - Whiskey crusader. And this is the likely to be MUCH discussed "youtuber" barrel pick. I'll move if someone ever puts that up. Nose – spicy and cinnamon with oak and leather. There’s some vanilla and sweetness that’s just kinda generic, maybe marzipan (I have zero idea what that is). Taste – oh (yes I said that out loud when I tried it), rich and powerful flavors, and insanely drying. High proof and different. There’s a sweetness almost like a pie filling but not distinct. There’s a touch of that Texas funk but not bad at all not over powering and on here very inviting. I’ve gone from not impressed to impressed. I went from good to great to good. I’m all over the place here. I can’t honestly believe this is the same bourbon as the regular harbinger this is a million times better. 3.5 which is a very high Texas whisky score from me. If you want a Texas "ECBP" then this is it. It tastes older, it's rich, it's deep, and powerful. God this is 150+ dollar bourbon guys.

*First pour from bottle Nose: burns for sure, sweet brown sugar and vanilla Palate: sweet corn, citrus, vanilla, but it does have a kick for sure Will post another tasting note

My boyfriend managed to snag a bottle of the latest release last week. After letting it open up, I think this is the best release yet. Caramel, clove, and a bit of citrus with cherry. The finish is longer than previous releases. I continue to enjoy this distillery's products.

Small faint sweetness with not a lot of other things going on. Tastes sweet at first and followed by let the fire rain down your throat..... the more you drink this the more harsh it became I don’t know why this bottle is that expensive.... at $47.49 there are a lot of other options that are way better

1 ice cube. Spicy yet mellow. Beautifully done for a Texas bourbon. Complex and interesting, but still a bit harsh.