Smooth Ambler Old Scout American Whiskey

Of all the whiskeys I've tried, this was the most extreme example of one needing some time to "open up". Binny's had a few bottles on clearance for $25, so I picked one up to try despite the mixed reviews. The first taste was borderline undrinkable. Almost entirely ethanol on the nose and palate, and an uncomfortable burn the whole way down. Basically something that belonged in a plastic jug for $5-10. After sitting out for a bit though, this mellowed out a lot and actually became a very tasty whiskey. Sweet on the nose, with the ethanol present but not overpowering. I got a ton of peanut and caramel on the palate, with a sweet & spicy finish. I'm not sure if I would spend MSRP on it, but if you see it for $25 by you, it's definitely worth a try.

Nose: Brown Sugar, Oak, Caramel Alcohol Tatste: Spice, Corn, Powdered Sugar, Alcohol Finish: Medium, something on the tail end. Reminds me of Absolut only on the sides of the tongue though. Not bad at all. More like a high end mixer.

Nice tasting, but low proof. A good daily

Nose is apples, malty notes, minerality, touch of Carmel and oak. Palate gives corn, oak, tartness, dark brown sugar and soft oak spice. The finish is okay sweetness, powdered sugar and a boozy tart note.

Meh. If you like rye spice, you may like this.