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Henry McKenna 10 Year Bottled in Bond Bourbon
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
September 9, 2018 (edited June 1, 2020)
I found Henry McKenna probably 5 or more years ago in a Costco and decided for the ridiculously low price of 24.00 how could I go wrong. I must admit I've been hooked ever since. That beautiful light honey colored liquid resting in that unassuming bottle is a 10 year old, 100 proof, bottled in bond bourbon that is worth twice the price they charge for it.
It’s a well balanced, smooth drinking bourbon, with a subtle complexity that makes it stand out. At first taste you get oak and carmel, but it quickly evolves to bring some light cinnamon spiciness that stays with you throughout. You will also find pleasant brown sugar, toffee, and vanilla undertones that you uncover throughout the experience. The taste finishes with the perfect amount of burn that adds a nice accent to the flavor profile and stays with you for a satisfying amount of time.
I find most people who don't appreciate this bourbon rush the taste instead of allowing the liquid time to wash over your tongue and finish all they way through.
Henry McKenna is a bourbon that everyone should have on their shelf no question about it! It is a steal under $30.00. I rate it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
25.0
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Bottle
Costco Wholesale
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@BeppeCovfefe. I couldn't agree with you more. I love finding these hidden gems and pray none of them end up being popularized on some trendy TV show.
Odd that some of the best aged dated juice like Henry Mc - 10 year, Old Ezra 7 year are underappreciated and often overlooked by those promoting "designer bourbon" with fancy labels and bottles hailing from "classic" bourbon states like Col, and Fl...
Thanks for the comments. I wish I could keep this one secret forever, but since it just won the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for Best Bourbon and Best Single Barrell I think it is only a matter of time before it becomes hard to find. I just hope it doesn't go the way of so many other quality bourbons and drop the 10 year age statement to keep up with demand. Until then enjoy!
$30 in PA and I'm off to purchase. Thanks for the heads-up. And BTW, I second the Shhhhhhhhhhhh. If it's anything as good as the Beam Distiller's Cut at $25, a fella' can be well stocked for a year for very little money. Which leaves a nice bit left over for the more expensive stuff. LOL
Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I guess the cat is out of the bag. This is the best buy in bourbon today. 10 years, Single Barrel, BIB, and delicious to boot. It has really taken the sting out of Elijah Craig losing the big red 12.