Pure Kentucky XO

Darker medicinal notes on this one, herbs and toffee. Finally some spice to balance things and some darker flavors out of Willet, this is definitely my favorite of theirs. Still medium to light body so the tail ends rather quickly but still, the toffee and chocolate are quite nice.

Pure Kentucky XO Straight Bourbon needs to be uncorked overnight and allowed to sit out for three months after recorking. Otherwise, there is a metallic taste in the flavor. Then the senses will detect exotic aromas of caramel, oak, pipe tobacco, and baking spices. The entry is sweet with a palate of charred oak and cinnamon. The finish ends with allspice, cinnamon, pipe tobacco, and The metallic taste is still in the background after 6 months.Very undesirable for a bourbon at this price level.

A bit Dickel-esque. And birthday cake, maybe?