William Larue Weller Bourbon (Fall 2018)

Doesn’t get much better. It is so unique, there is nothing like WLW.

Smells surprisingly of citrus, like pineapple almost. Once you get past that, the more typical cherry, brown sugar notes that you expect make themselves known. The taste starts with a strong tannin punch, along with those same cherry caramel-y wheated bourbon notes from the nose, with enough acidic tang to keep it from being too dark. The finish though turns very dark, into dark chocolate and black cherry, before lifting off your palate with a strange chalky sensation. A wild ride all the way through, but also totally enjoyable. I’d argue that the Stagg is a wee bit better, but this is probably the second best bourbon I’ve had.

Heavenly. Well worth the $48 pour

Yum. Nose is predominantly cherry. Maple syrup and caramel in background. Palate is more cherry. Round and warm and rich but not overwhelmingly hot. Long finish. Probably the best bourbon I’ve tried. 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