Russell's Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon

Day 27 of #30daysofbourbon for the #30daybourbonchallenge #bhm Russel's Reserve SiB Basment #7 Barrel Pick 55% ABV Today is another whiskey sample brought to you by the amazing Matt Allen who graciously shared a sample of this SiB group pick of Russel's Reserve with me. I am a huge Wild Turkey fan an love the 101 and Rare Breed expressions. I wasn't as impressed with the Russel's Reserve 10 yo. However, I was also pretty young in my whiskey journey when I purchased that one. Great legs and mouthfeel. golden in color. Nose: Oak, caramel, brown sugar Palate: Spice, honey, a little oak, Finish: Coffe, leather. This is an excellent bourbon. If you ever come across this pick, be sure to buy or take a sip. 4.5/5

My first experience with high proof bourbon and wow is this memorable. It is over 55% alcohol yet totally drinkable neat. The nose is layered with cinnamon, baking spice, red fruit sweetness and alcohol although it isn't that strong and a bit difficult to pick apart. In the mouth, this is viscous, syrupy, heavy fruit and baking spice, like a pie! And yet it isn't overwhelming and doesn't burn. Chewing this is so great - it makes your tongue and cheeks tingle and makes the finish last a long time. Finish is a bit sweet with a spicy rye kick. This thing is pretty lit and reasonably priced at $55. Have to try Rare Breed next to see if I can get a similar experience for $10 less.