I’ve always enjoyed Four Roses: single barrel store picks are amazing, and the yellow label is one of the best cheap bourbons out there. Small batch and small batch select just don’t do it for me, however. This newer select bottle seems too overpowered by the OBSK and OESK recipes, which are pretty heavy on the spice. Nose: dust, oak, corn, subtle vegetal notes Taste: spice bomb with some light fruits here and there Finish: a little more fruity here, medium finish that’s still spicy