Bourbon Tasting Guide – November 16th 2013

Prices below are current as of November 2013 and may no longer be valid after November 2013

 

BUFFALO TRACE
90 proof
750mL $32.99
An aroma of gum, vanilla, mint, and molasses; Sweet, fruity and notably spicy on the palate, with emerging brown sugar and oak.  The finish is long, spicy and comparatively dry.
EAGLE RARE
90 proof
750mL $34.99
1.75L $59.99
Soft and delicate on the nose, with honey, leather, vanilla and mild oak. Sweet corn and stewed fruits on the palate, with spices, vanilla and developing rye notes. The finish is long and quite sweet, with a hint of ginger.
BLANTON’S
93 proof
750mL $52.99
Sweet with citrus and oak. A creamy vanilla nose features hints of nuts, caramel, orange and light chocolate subtly finishing with Vanilla, Honey, and Citrus.
E.H. TAYLOR SMALL BATCH
100 proof
750mL $44.99
Caramel corn sweetness, mingled with butterscotch and licorice. The aftertaste is a soft mouth-feel that turns into subtle spices of pepper and tobacco.
1792 RIDGEMONT RESERVE
93.7 proof
750mL $33.99
Aromas of honeyed fruit cake and chocolate covered cherries follow through on a soft entry to a dryish medium-to-full body with caramelized nuts and exotic peppercorn notes. Finishes with a nice ginger and spice accented fade with noticeable heat.

 

BASIL HAYDEN
80 proof
750mL $39.99
Sale $29.99
Sweet with citrus and oak. A creamy vanilla nose features hints of nuts, caramel, orange and light chocolate subtly finishing with Vanilla, Honey, and Citrus.
KNOB CREEK SINGLE BARREL
120 proof
750mL $49.99
A hand selected single barrel Bourbon that is full bodied with a smoky aroma and while filled with near barrel strength heat, it is extraordinarily smooth and nuanced showing rich wood and vanilla notes that make Knob Creek the standout bourbon that it is.
JIM BEAM 12yr SIGNATURE CRAFT
86 proof
750mL $42.99
A well balanced flavor profile that is more mellow than oaked after 12 years in a barrel.  Notes of vanilla and oak spice are present, but remain light and soft with a touch of sweet cinnamon and light caramel.

 

EVAN WILLIAMS 1783
86 proof
750mL $14.99
1.75L $29.99
A very traditional presentation of American Bourbon, slightly sweet and slightly hot with oak tannin, spice and nuts along with sweet corn and vanilla.  A tribute to a late 18th century craft.
EVAN WILLIAMS SINGLE BARREL
86 proof
750mL $36.99
A long, graceful finish follows lush and spicy oak, with apple, honey and citrus flavors under a dark caramel char.  An unusually good Bourbon.
LARCENY
92 proof
750mL $29.99
1.75L $49.99
A savory, doughy nose mixes with honey and maple leading into a lush mouth that is both balanced and varied. Honey drop candy is followed by red berries, toffee, more maple nuts and baked apples.
PARKER’S HERITAGE
96 proof
750mL $95-
Rich and generous, this is both spicy and decadent with caramel notes, crisp, pepper-like scents mingling with aromas of sweet grain, dried fruits, peppery rye, and honey toasted nuts and cloves. The palate is dense and complex while being slightly drier than anticipated as the spicy rye notes take center stage while still being enveloped by viscous honey laced with brown baking spices.
ELIJAH CRAIG 12yr
94 proof
750mL $36.99
Vanilla mint and fruits are accented by nutmeg and other spices.  The warm finish brings smoke and sweet char.

 

BULLEIT BOURBON
90 proof
750mL $37.99
1.75L $59.99
A high-rye recipe has caramel and vanilla up front that quickly yields to cinnamon red hots, orange rind, and clove.   You’ll be left with cinnamon, vanilla, lingering earth and barrel.
BULLEIT RYE
90 proof
750mL $37.99
Soft mouthfeel. Mild tobacco and some cherry notes hit first. Mid-palate the rye becomes buttery smooth and well rounded between the sweet and spicy characteristics.
BULLEIT 10yr BOURBON
91.2 proof
750mL $49.99
Caramel and vanilla wrapped around a fruity core of orange and red apple precede the wood notes that ramp up quickly at mid palate.  Barrel spices of cinnamon, clove, and a bit of licorice abound without being overly dry.
GEORGE DICKEL No.8
80 proof
750mL $28.99
Light caramel and wood leading to a smoky finish that hints at flavors of maple and buttered corn.
GEORGE DICKEL No.12
90 proof
750mL $31.99
Concentrated flavors of rich oak and subtle vanilla lead to a long finish with hints of maple, butter and smoke.
GEORGE DICKEL BARREL SELECT
86 proof
750mL $44.99
An assertive dose of corn turns candied and leads to maple and butter griddle cakes.  The finish is medium and oaky with a dash of mint.
GEORGE DICKEL RYE
90 proof
750mL $31.99
Balanced palate of rye spice and sweet spearmint stand out but the charcoal mellowing makes a huge impact. Nothing is over woody, over spiced, over sweet. A nice oily dark chocolate mint candy on the finish.

 

 

 

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