Zachary-Robbins
Rowan's Creek
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
September 24, 2020 (edited November 26, 2020)
Purchased in SC, open 3.75 months
Nose - Pungent, musty peanut butter funk, grapes, aged chardonnay, cheap cocktail cherries, menthol, corn dust, and powdered sugar. There's a lot going on with this nose, it's one of the most unusual bourbon noses I've had. My first impression was this is a finishing bourbon because they re-use wine bottles and it smells like they forgot to wash out the wine before bottling.
Palate - Corn mixed with cherries, grapes, and peanuts. Minimal oak and ethanol influence initially. Finishes with a stronger oak and spice profile, some hints of cinnamon and brown sugar from the rye.
I still can't decide if I love this bourbon or not, but it is certainly unique compared to the typical bourbon profiles I'm used to. It's sat on my shelf for a while because the first thing I gravitate towards is the more classic oak and caramel flavors. But every time I sip this, it is enjoyable. I also bought Noah's Mill on my trip to SC, and I definitely prefer this. With the unique flavor profile, price, and proof, this is a solid buy if you find it.
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@Zachary-Robbins. I am right there with you. You get very different flavor profiles from all these Willett offerings. My favorite is the Pot Still Reserve. I def think its better than NM or RC.
@ContemplativeFox It's not bad at all, definitely different
sounds like a good find for just over $40!