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W.B. Saffell Kentucky Straight Bourbon
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kmwyss
Reviewed August 4, 2020 (edited September 2, 2020)This is one of the most expensive bottles I’ve ever bought. So, as there should be, I had high expectations heading in. $43 for 375mL??? I appreciate the small size to sample without committing too much to, but still very pricey. With that said, the nose is inviting with lots of sweet caramel and brown sugar/burnt sugar. Palate follows that up, slight velvety sweet cream cheese frosting/cinnamon taste/sweet pecans. Lots of cinnamon on the finish with a little spicier pepper, but the finish is unfortunately short. Not too drying or sharp, especially for the unique 107 proof. It is obviously sourced from Wild Turkey, and the back end of the palate and the finish scream of slightly watered down and smoother Rare Breed. Just a tad sweeter. It has that trademark Wild Turkey slight bitterness, and to be completely transparent, I’m not the biggest fan of any Wild Turkey offerings. With that being said, I appreciate the proof, the nose, and the sweetness. I don’t appreciate the short finish and thin mouth feel, especially for the proof. And I REALLY don’t appreciate the price tag. Wouldn’t buy again, but would likely drink over many things if everything was free.43.0 USD per Bottle -
TheCGReed
Reviewed August 1, 2020 (edited January 5, 2022)Bold but proof is better than Lillard and Bond -
whiskeysn0b
Reviewed July 21, 2020 (edited September 21, 2020)Compared this side by side to russels reserve 2002 and this beats it hands down. The 2002 has a little better aroma but the flavor is much fresher and not as musty on the saffell. Get it while you can... -
woolaraa
Reviewed July 17, 2020 (edited January 5, 2022)nose: vanilla, caramel and woody scents Palate: up front very fruity and sweet, mild oakiness in the middle, verrrry smooth finish with a little spice. Like super smooth -
jbranch38
Reviewed June 19, 2020 (edited August 12, 2020)First it’s 53.5% not 53% Nose: nice balance of caramel and vanilla. Has a creamy vanilla tone to it. Cherries a little bit. Little to no spice Palate: rich, honey. Spice is there. Honestly taste a bit of age, not sure what the estimated age is if anyone has guessed. Kinda reminds me of woodenville a little. Palate: creamy and soft butterscotch.50.0 USD per Bottle -
airfrk3819
Reviewed May 24, 2020 (edited September 21, 2020)This is what Kentucky spirit should be. This is classic turkey turned up to eleven. Not quite as pushy as rare breed but has more flavor. While it’s not game changing whiskey this is what I wish wild turkey had in there portfolio on a regular basis. Similar to Russell’s reserve single barrel if you happen to get a good one.
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