Redemption Wheated Bourbon

Nose... Such a great swirl. Butter and wheat bread charge out of the gate, with cherries and chocolate racing behind. Appearance... A midrange auburn, with bright copper tones. Oily legs running slow and steady. Taste... Burnt marshmallows, pecans, pepper, cherries, and wheat... Overall... This is just such a solid entry into the wheater category, and using a 45% wheat ratio is just what this category needed. It has complexity from the swirl, to the finish, and is pleasesant throughout. If Redemption can keep 1/3 of their barrels, and allow them to age to 7-10 years it will bring so much more to the plate. Still solid and worth the shelf, and at 96 proof it's still an easy choice neat....

Followed up WT Spirit of Kentucky pour with first time pour of Redemption Wheated. Completely satisfying contrast. 89 sounds right. Mellow and tasty.