Swahili1
Barterhouse 20 Year Bourbon
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
February 25, 2019 (edited March 30, 2019)
Nose (3.75): Very soft not alot going on here. Maybe some carmel and maple syrup. Not a bad nose but kind of just sits there.
Palate (4.25): Maple syrup, pancakes, and butter. I liked it. Definately a sweeter bourbon but it tastes like a hearty breakfast. It is not complex but it is inviting. Much better than the nose.
Finish (4.0): Leaves with a puff of smoke but not a natural smokiness. Almost like that liquid smoke. It is oaky and lingers but the "liquid smoke" kind of turned me off.
It isn't bad, not my favorite but I could see you liking it if you are in the mood to have your hotcakes and syrup in a glass. 20 years may have been too long in the barrel because this is a bit timid for me. This would benefit greatly in a higher proof. The flavors just are not there for me.
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@Swahili1Yes good buy and well worth the $65 IMO. not to much between this one and it. It is pretty delicate for sure, but a lot going on for a low proof.
@dubz480 Thanks! I just bought IW 15 and havent cracked it open yet. For 65.00 as opposed to the normal $75-79 in my market it looked like a steal and I have been wanting it.
This and the IW 15 are super similar to me! Great review as always!