I've tried this many different times, many different ways; in neat pours, in blind lineups, in an old

; Conspiring with him how to load and bless With fruit the vines that round the thatch-eves run; To bend

While the wheat in this mash bill lends way to a silkier mouthfeel, be forewarned of the heat presented

Bits of proof overshadow and mute most aromas on a generally quite bland nose experience.

It did really well in a blind flight as well.

While the glass has become drinkable I also feel as though my palate is a bit shot / blinded now.

I have been blinded to which pour is in which glass for fairness.

A bit bland without much character. Bubblegum abounds on the palate now.

I look forward to including it in this year's blind tasting of Irish whiskey to see how it fares against

definitely not enough time to see just how exceptional this barrel really is, and perhaps a bit of proof-blindness

If you blinded me you might be able to convince me this is a light old fashioned.

If you blinded me and told me this was a new Booker's batch I'd probably believe you!