Old Carter 12 Year Straight American Whisky Batch 1 (2018 Release)

Aroma - apples, pepper, oak, leather, really awesome nose. Taste - first sip and it’s mind blowing. Just a super decadent beverage. Tons of sweet notes cuts out all the heat. Layers upon layers of caramel and vanilla. Tons of mixed berries… blueberries, blackberries come to mind. Creamy finish. Dammit this is amazing. Complexity is insane. Damn. This is just an unreal whiskey. At 67.45% ABV it drinks like it’s 50% ABV. Massive thanks to my buddy for providing the sample. Had a Willet 25 year many years ago and that was my all time favorite… this offering is just as memorable.

spicy. rye forward brown sugar and oak candy figgy, grapeskins with a butterscotch finish

I’m reviewing the Old Carter Batch 1-LA. Only 570 bottles were produced. The nose is amazing. Heavy fruit and vanilla and rye spices. Very dark caramel is the color. The palate is fantastic. A smooth clove and spearmint on the palate and a hint of black pepper. A long and rewarding finish. The 117 proof is perfect for this bottle. Another amazing pour by Mark and Sherrie carter. Old carter is some of the best bottles you can get.

Worth it if you have a chance to try it. Rarely do you get a whiskey at this proof that is so incredibly flavorful. Dangerously easy to drink. Fruit forward on the nose and palate. Brown sugar and figs.

More rye than bourbon with lingering burn. Very spicy and peppery