Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot "B" 12 Year

Cherry syrup. ORVW 10 is better. I was able to try this during a very long night of whiskey tasting, but I was unfortunately unable to take good notes. I use the rating scale below. Distiller uses a scale of 5 and I use a scale of 10, but I’m sure you’re not too drunk to do the math! 1. Disgusting - So bad I poured it out. 2. Poor - I wouldn't consume by choice. 3. Bad - Multiple flaws. 4. Below average - Not bad, but many things I'd rather have. 5. Good - Just average. 6. Very Good - Better than average. 7. Great - Well above average. 8. Excellent - In a league of its own. 9. Incredible - An all-time favorite. 10. Perfect

Light carmel in color, mild nose, smooth on the palate hints of carmel, vanilla, doesn't linger on the tongue.

Great flavor. It reminds me of a BiB. There’s a lot of wood though and very smooth mouthfeel. I get a lot of flavors that hang around a long time. Cherries, apple, even peaches.

Not a full flavor; lacking for such a highly touted bourbon