labajo2411
Smoke Wagon Small Batch Straight Bourbon
Bourbon — Indiana (bottled in Nevada), USA
Reviewed
November 12, 2020 (edited September 3, 2021)
Heard a lot of buzz surrounding Smoke Wagon so had to see what the craze was about. It’s another MGP sourced bourbon, which the amount of just stellar MGP that’s being put out is impressive to say the least. Tried this one neat in glencairn glass, let it rest for about 10-15 minutes.
Nose - marshmallow, extremely sweet, reminds me of bubbleicious or bazooka bubble gum, orange, hint of mint.
Palate - does not taste near as sweet as the nose would suggest. Fruit on the front with orange and a candied apple, maybe even a hint of blueberry, caramel and some marshmallow, rye kicks in mid palate with the spice; cinnamon and pepper. Has a very slight astringency as it goes from sweet to spicy, but it fades quick, didn’t think this drank super hot or spicy for a high rye bourbon, was extremely smooth.
Finish - medium to long finish with oak and apple, does have a drying effect in the mouth.
The buzz surrounding Smoke Wagon in my opinion is legit. This is maybe one of the more unique MGPs I’ve had with the fruit flavors. This is a very balanced mix of sweet and spicy and some complex flavors jumping out. Highly recommend, would absolutely buy again.
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