Widow Jane 10 Year Straight Bourbon

Sweet roasted Carmel flavors finish dark and smooth. Reminds me of figs and aged fruit. The alcohol content doesn't feel too high. Noses fruity with burnt sugar.

Warm, sweet and smooth. Nice neat sippin bourbon

Back to NY. My last NY whiskey review was over ago. That was of the Hudson Baby Bourbon. Was not a fan by any means. Let's see if the Empire state can redeem itself with this one. Nose: Classic bourbon notes. Caramel and vanilla. Apple and black cherry. Honey and butterscotch. A touch of leather, barrel char, and oak. Maple and pecan. It's rich and vibrant, and is an exemplary classic bourbon nose. Good start. Palate: Gala apple and brown sugar out of the gate. More caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch, now accompanied by toffee. In the background I still get black cherry, with just a hint of leather. Orange peel and ginger become prominent with time. Finish: Long, especially for 45.5%. Cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. Finally, a bit of a kick. Until now it's been perfectly easy-going. Some barrel char and oak. There's also a bit of brown sugar sweetness before baking spices and ginger carry this one to its long-drawn conclusion. New York, you are redeemed. Excellent bourbon. As I said before, it's an exemplary classic bourbon. Both in terms of notes and quality. There's also something unique about it. The folks at Widow Jane would tell you it's a product of their limestone mineral water. I'm in no position to comment, but I'll just throw it out there: there's something special going on here. Highly recommend this one. The palate is a slight letdown in comparison to the superb nose and finish. Just a half step behind. On the other hand, it boasts a 10-year age statement, repsectable proof, and a unique spin on what is, for the most part, a quintessential bourbon profile. Well done, Widow Jane.