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Evan Williams 1783 Bourbon (80 Proof)
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
December 28, 2019 (edited June 2, 2021)
Was gifted a handle of this by someone who knows I like bourbon. I can't believe I haven't reviewed this one before, so...Here goes.
Nose: Peanut Brittle, Shellac, Juicy Fruit Gum, Cola, and Oak are the prominent notes I pull from my Glencairn. After some time in the glass, it develops an Herbal Note similar to a rye whiskey.
Neat: Vanilla Coke, Oak, Mint, and a Black Pepper Tingle. Not overly complex, but solid. Dry Roasted Peanuts become more prominent the longer it's in the glass. There is some astringency, but not enough to be off-putting. There is a little bite on the finish and a nice sweet Oak and Vanilla that coats the palate.
Splash: A little water adds a touch of Citrus to both nose and palate.
Verdict: Solid and Workmanlike. A great value at between $15-$17. Decent Neat and a great mixer. I was sent a Heaven Hill survey recently with some new bottle designs for this one, and it is getting a much needed makeover with Old-Time bottle shape, Label and large cork stopper. I hope the price doesn't go up as a result. 3.25
17.0
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@NMowery price only jumped a couple dollars, but they upped the proof to 90. Slots in well between standard EW/EWBIB & EWSiB/Elijah Craig.
Generally it's a couple dollars more than standard EW black or the same as Beam white label. One of those over looked deals.
Wow! Great to know about the survey and new label design potential. Will need to stock up before the change, bracing for that potential price jump! 😬
I hope it doesn't either. I like being able to choose this or BiB for $15 depending on the mood.