Scott_E
Two James Spirits Johnny Smoking Gun Whiskey
Flavored Whiskey — Michigan, USA
Reviewed
June 14, 2017 (edited September 10, 2017)
Locally craft whiskey/beer/food, I find interesting, as one is often is proud to share the regional culture. Thanks to Generously Paul, I got to taste a sample of a Michigan bourbon.
It noses of vanilla extract and was initially all I could sense. Given more time, nutmeg with the vanilla extract gave me a comparable aroma you get at Thanksgiving dessert: mainly pumpkin pie with whipped cream.
A vanilla sweetness over a thin lightweight body along with the nutmeg spice; the nose carries over onto to the palate. A youngness of the spirit can be detected and reveals a quick distillation process.
The palate is left with some vanilla and oak flavors that turn slightly bitter.
A short and simple bourbon that is down and dirty. Probably works best for shots or as a mixer.
[79/100][Tasted: 3/4/17]
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It's a strange one for sure, but very unique. There are much better Michigan made spirits.
Unfortunately I don't have any left. I can definitely see it working well with sushi, just wish I tried beforehand. Light and sweet and not overpowering. If I get my hands on this again, will order me up some.
if you have any left, try it with sushi. I really would've given it 2 stars if it wasn't for the sushi. Elevates the flavor and gets rid of the funkiness