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Kentucky Owl Bourbon (Batch #8)
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
April 19, 2020 (edited May 22, 2020)
I can see the appeal of Kentucky Owl now. It is unlike any bourbon I've ever had. I had this blind, and initially didn't think much of it...but as I sipped, it grew on me.
Nose: Cherry pie, corn dust, caramel, spice, an earthy minerality.
Palate: Initial burst of heat that zaps the front of your palate...it almost comes off as a codeine cough syrup type of tingling. Think menthol. I love barrel proof bourbon, but I've never had one like this. This tingle carries itself throughout the rest of the tasting experience. You will be able to decipher some other notes, but this is the star of the show. The mouthfeel is fairly thin compared to what I was expecting. It's NOT thick and unctuous...I was expecting a caramel bomb with a luxurious mouthfeel...I was expecting like a Knotter 12 type bourbon.
Finish: The finish on this dissipates quickly, but then stays with you for the rest of the pour. As I said, it's really a singular experience. Not the best mouthfeel...not the best nose...however, the culminating experience is unlike anything I've ever tasted.
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@Ctrexman yea, that's just a huge price tag. it's just an incredibly interesting pour. This was a sample given to me, so I'm happy about that. I will say this...I woke up with this on my mind. it's like first time I had an intense curry...it was so different and I didn't really know what to think...but I couldn't stop thinking about it. so, $300 is high, however I can see the allure. So much that I in fact, am going to go buy a batch 9 today.i have a 12% coupon and points to use at my local lq store. I will end up paying about $250. Still expensive, but idk...for the experience I think it's worth it.
Ive seen this a lot out there but the price seems way too high