Weller Full Proof Bourbon

Hype train here- was good, but not worth the hype.

Nose is interestingly very similar to EHT SB. I was hoping for a higher proof, heavier hitting OWA, but it’s a bit more of a departure than that. Great bourbon but it’s not my favorite of the Weller line up. Closer to a higher proof Weller 12. Buttery, spicy, vanilla and caramel nose. Palate is great. Warm and round and rich. Heat coats the tongue with long finish. Slight cherry. 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

N: Cherry, oak, tobacco P: Butterscotch that moves into a sour cherry before it quickly ramps into a baking spice F: Long Kentucky hug that is rich in deep oak

Aroma was lighter than expected and mostly of soft caramel. Flavor was one big caramel note to me and not nearly as deep or complex as I had imagined. 3 drops of water changed everything here. Toasted oak, baking spice. Long caramel finish remains. Clearly one for me where the H2O improves the experience. Drinks hotter than a 114 normally does. Glad that I was able to try in this setting and now I won't look to spend time chasing this. I prefer Antique 107 (Husk Charleston Barrel Pick)