Smoke Wagon Straight Bourbon

Smells of clear flat on front hot on back

Nose: pretty sweet off the bat with a bit of rye spice. Super faint but my nose is a bit stuffy. Palate: pretty sweet. Caramel but very bold and full of flavor. Not too hot Finish: medium short finish but solid for such a base bourbon. Overall: for what it is (an entry bourbon) it’s amazing. Everything you want in the category. Nothing complex but very good. So happy with this.

Nose of cola and Dr. pepper, marshmallow, tobacco, and something herbal or medicinal, but in a very pleasant way, like leather after it has been treated and conditioned. Sweet, smooth, light. It almost evokes an image of fresh spring water being used to proof this down. Light barrel char ger notes. Easy to drink and on the brighter side with more of a light brown sugar sweetness than caramel or anything else deeper and rich.

Nose: Very “pretty”. A floral, honey bouquet amidst the usual bourbon aromas. Caramel, oaky, cherry, etc. Taste: More of the same notes from the aroma are present in the taste. A little more herbal and mildly spicy from the slight rye influence. Very easy to sip. Very friendly. Not much that presents a challenge (and that isn’t a bad thing). Finish: Medium-long. Leaves you wanting to taste again. Sweet oaky tannins and caramel/honey sweetness. Overall: Smoke Wagon is one to look for. Although this is the “most basic” expression of the current lineup, you won’t be disappointed. And for the price, it is up there with others like WT101, BT, ER10, etc for best bang for buck. I have had Smoke Wagon UU. This is the tamed down, yet still delicious, little brother. Easy sipper. Would definitely recommend.