TINCUP 10 Year American Whiskey

I was pleasantly surprised by this recent pickup. Rich amber color. Sweet oak, some vanilla, graham crackers, and a hint of spice on the nose. The flavors follows the nose mostly. The real surprise for me was how awesome the mouthfeel and finish were. It coats the mouth well and the finish sticks around. For 84 proof?!?, I still can’t believe it. Overall: I’m very impressed with this bottle. For $35 and it’s just sitting on the shelf?? I think I found a good option for a lower proof, 10 year whiskey that isn’t named Eagle Rare. I’ll have to blind them soon to figure out the winner.

Dark amber/ruddy copper color, fair viscosity. Nose is definitely dominated by the barrel, as would be expected... Cherry, vanilla, a hint of cacao. Plenty of Rye underneath there with some grassy/herbal/minty notes and musty hay/ grain bin. Front is a surprise... Much sweeter than I expected, with maraschino, bing cherries, raisins and vanilla frosting. Rye spices emerge mid palate, after the swallow. Decent length finish, with more cacao, toasted coconut and sends off with a dry, almost bitter oaky note. My initial impression is that it's not what I'd expect from a $55 bottle, but I guess that's the world we're in now.

I kinda enjoyed this and didn’t think I would. Smooth without the bitter/sour aftertaste that so many of these whiskeys have.

Decent for an aged whiskey.