First Willet product ive had. Seen some positive review on the higher proof bourbons so hopeful, $27 could be a bargain. Poured neat, good thick legs. Nose is unique with big red gum with fruity overtones, dusty wood and vanilla frosting. The 107 has a tinge of ethanol. Palate is a rush of atomic fireball, red hots and clove with some rye spice and oak rounding out. The most cinnamon heavy bourbon ive ever had. Finishes long with raw hot smoky cinnamon, rye spice and malty oak fading slowly dry. This is unlike any bourbon Ive had, in fact doesn't even taste like traditional bourbon to me. The 107pf brings a lot of flavor and it lasts but will probably be polarizing for most. Has some qualities I really like but overall not exactly what I want out of a bourbon..... 74/100 as I doubt I would repurchase....... Those who enjoy Fireball or other cinnamon whiskies should look this one up
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Don’t let this cinnamon bomb dissuade you from Willett! This is an outlier of the line; give Rowan’s Creek or Noah’s Mill a try and I bet you won’t be disappointed. :)
Havent had that yet but had Rowans Creek it was just ok for me. Dont think i like the Willet house profile that much
@Ctrexman A sample of the Willet Pot Still Reserve I had was very decent. But on the fence when it comes to VFM.
@Ctrexman Thanks for the advice. I had a 50ml sampler of the Balcones. Man, it was so over-the-top with the cinnamon note. Your note on WT Rare Breed is appreciated, as well.
Id take the Balcones over this but its too pricey.....wouldnt recommend either
How does it fare when compared to the Balcones Texas Single Malt?