Enjoyed a double pour in a James Bentley glass (similar to Norlan). This was a Ryan’s store pick in Spring TX just North of Houston.
The nose is very vanilla and oak forward as you expect from a double-oaked bourbon. The stone fruits are lively just after pouring but disappear once it breathes for a while. There is also a hint of leather and tobacco but definitely in the background.
The palate follows the nose with the first few sips being vanilla, oak and some cherry. The bourbon could use a little higher proof to improve the mouth feel but oak would likely over power if it was higher in ABV. As it sits in the glass, the stone fruits completely disappear as does much of the oak. What your left with is pure salted caramel, honey and peanut butter toffee. Really surprised by the saltiness however, it pairs well with the brown sugar and honey sweetness.
The finish is nice and easy. No Kentucky hug but a nice long taste of Werther’s Original and Bit-O-Honey candy. This is a great bourbon to just sit and relax while embracing a sweet tooth! Very easy to drink and reminisce of your childhood visits to your grandparents at Christmas time!
56.0
USD
per
Bottle
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