PopeWhiskeyJack
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Corn — Texas, USA
Reviewed
May 27, 2023 (edited June 23, 2023)
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength Single Barrel
Greens Farms Spirits store pick
Barrel: 15770 used american oak
Bottled: 5/20/21
65.9% alc/vol
131.8 proof
Glass: Glencairn, rested 15 minutes.
Color: Medium-dark amber.
Nose: Sweet caramel notes dominate with some dark fruits underneath, and a hint of cocoa and marshmallow.
Palate: Some oak tannins, very sweet.
Finish: Long length with medium heat.
Splash: Some of the fruits from the nose return.
Overall: 8/10 - While the palate doesn't quite hold up to the promosing notes in the nose, this is an enjoyable dram that could easily be a daily based on price and availability.
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