Parker's Heritage Barrel Finished in Orange Curaçao Barrels

Opportunity to try a pour with Ryan at Dean's Liquor. Was surprised I enjoyed as much as I did...

Novel whiskey but not as complex as I would have liked. Nose is exciting with citrus and candied orange as well as typical whiskey undertones like toffee and vanilla. The palate initially comes on with the anticipated orange but becomes quickly hot, even with water added. The heat and orange cover the whiskey flavors that only show thru occasionally. The finish is shorter/muted. Enjoyable but doesn’t quite live up to the hype.