Woodford Reserve Bourbon

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Proof: 90.4 Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes. Color: Light-medium amber. Nose: Apple, caramel, baking spice. Very sweet. Palate: Rye spice and cinnamon. Finish: Long and spicy. A good Kentucky hug. Overall: 7/10 - a solid sipper. Rye seems a bit strong in the palate but would probably be good in a cocktail.

Caramel, corn, orange, cinnamon, oak, nut, toffee, lemon, plums, taste lingers, pepper.

On the nose, caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, oak, rye spice, and light citrus notes are prominent with subtle traces of honey and pear. On the palate, the vanilla, caramel, and brown sugar sit forward on the tongue and roof of the mouth with the rye spice hitting the back of the throat. Other subtle notes of black pepper also are present. The flavors are fleeting but do linger long enough to fill the mouth with profound flavors. It's often said that bananas are a flavor profile but I fail to pick it up on this particular pour. Overall: Nose 4/5; Taste 3.75/5 Overall 3.75/5 Repurchase: Yes Type: Daily Drinker