Weller 12 Year Bourbon

Wow. Just, wow. I had heard the hype on this one, so I jumped at the chance when my local store emailed to let me know they had gotten their yearly allotment of 12 bottles. First come, first served, limit of 1. I figured for 30 bucks, what did I have to lose. Great sweet nose. Vanilla, maple and oak with a grassy undertone. On the palate, it begins with a Praline Pecan sweetness (Pecans, brown sugar, cream, and vanilla). Mid-palate the 12 year age starts to make itself known with the sweet transitioning to an oak heavy drying finish that lasts and lasts. It is a tad thin, but with a silky, clingy, slightly oily texture that makes up for it. This is the kind of pour that makes you want another, and then another, and then...you get the picture. You will find few bourbons this good at $30 or less. The Old Weller Antique is a little more readily available and does makes a good substitute if you can find it (though it's missing the oak) .

Smooth

Wow! My new favorite!!! Major maple and vanilla with a spicy yet smooth finish. Greatness for only $30!!! Super lucky!!!