drlewis
Reviewed
February 16, 2021 (edited July 11, 2021)
Red fruit and graham crackers on the nose. Sweet grain, cherry berry, and vanilla, full and robust in the mouth, with rye spice in a lightly astringent oak finish. Beautiful rich auburn color, medium body. Ice stretches and thins the flavors--may be better imbibed neat, or produced at a higher ABV, 100+.
I like wine or port-finished bourbons, and this one is... I'm going to return to it and retaste before making final judgment.
Ok, so after a few days of tasting, this remains a very drinkable bourbon, but one without great complexity. Add ice and its flavors thin immediately. It's easy and accessible and delicious, and that should be enough, but... I can see why people like it, I like it, but one can always want more.