Thomas S. Moore Chardonnay Cask Finished Bourbon

Tropical fruit and black pepper on the nose, oak, anise, black pepper and pineapple to taste. Sweet, Good finish. Not typical bourbon...lacks some of the vanilla, brown sugar, caramel in many bourbons. However, refreshingly good with long finish. Good for summer picnics

It’s unique and works for my palate. I have drank a lot of wine and can say that I don’t like most Chardonnay’s. But knowing Chardonnay’s, I was intrigued by this possible paring. The casking is most notable in the nose and the finish. The taste takes you on a journey from light, airy, and crisp in the beginning to your traditional bourbon middle and then abruptly to Chardonnay finish. This finish can be described from going sweet with a hint of cinnamon to apricot to a dry white wine oak lingering finish. I would have to agree that the casking does not enhance the traditional sweet richness of a bourbon like a port finish (think angel’s envy), but creates a nice new animal that is pleasant and satisfying. Further, to bring out more of the bourbon sweetness in the taste and finish, add a little water or let it dilute on a rock. Regardless, this is a flavor journey that has a welcome home in my cabinet.

Sweet caramel, baking spices, honey

Don’t love the Chardonnay cask