Stagg Jr Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 1

I was unaware of the proof when I tasted this at lunch. Luckily I had only one. Very good stuff.

4/18/2015. If this is "easy like Sunday morning"... I wouldn't want to go to his church without some spare water. First impression is a classic scent of wood aging and sweet caramel, but the first sip sears the throat. I don't believe in watering anything down, so I got the experience of smoking a pack without inhaling millions of carcinogens. This is the burn that sorts the men from the boys; I love it. Strong flavor of new oak aging a classic with vanilla, caramel and a hint of wheating (cherry notes) masked with a stiff barrel proofing. Great whiskey - only complaint is the oiliness. A little time or water will bring out the deep smoke.

On the nose, you are in grandmas kitchen enjoying fresh baked cinnamon bread. Sweet, spice, all the great things in life. As you sip, the fullness snaps you back to reality. The heat behind this whiskey confirms a full body of spices. Fruit flavors balance it out and it finished with a long smooth linger that leaves you wanting more.

This goes great with a cigar