McFarlane's Reserve

Light in color, young on the nose with heavy ethanol nose. Behind the ethanol is some sweetness maybe caramel and brown sugar. On tasting there is more of a burn then I would expect for 90 proof. Burnt sweetness and black pepper with a medium finish. I think this one is a bit young but for 21 bucks it’s not bad.

Best damn $21 bottle I’ve ever tasted! Great wheated bourbon with only the faintest hint of being young and a bit un-refined. Disclaimer- I’m a huge “all things Buffalo Trace” fan and the desire to compare this to a blend of Buffalo Trace and Weller Reserve is there. I typically keep Trace on hand for a pedestrian pour and for cocktails. For $19 cheaper, this will replace Buffalo Trace for bourbon mixers and cocktails. I’ll still keep a handle of Beam for me friends who ask for bourbon and coke. We all have one of those guys. 😜