Virginia Black American Whiskey

Did a blind draw. Bourbons from all over. This one won. It was sweet. Buttery and delicious

Had a nice caramel thing going on

Nose - Caramel, butterscotch, cereal grain, cinnamon, nutmeg, and very light ethanol. Palate - Light caramel, vanilla, grain, light stone fruit, and dry baking spices. Finish is medium-short with an odd grainy and bitter oak note, rye spice, and burnt vanilla. I participated in a free virtual tasting for this, everyone got 2 oz samples. I would never buy an 80 proof celebrity whiskey, but it's free so why not. Honestly, this isn't bad. It is more complex than its proof and age suggest. But, I can buy Rare Breed at this price. No way this is worth the money. If you want an 80 proof sipper there are plenty under $30 that are better buys.

Not great alone, but fine served cold with some ice and water.

Very light, thin. Easy drinking, no burn, light cinnamon.