° Age: 7 years Further identification: This is a 1.75L I likely purchased some time in 2018 or 2019 Nose Palate: Oily mouth coating matches the nose very well. Copper, viscous citrus and molasses.

mash bill is undisclosed, but it's long been assumed Buffalo Trace's rye mash bill contains 51% rye Nose quite prominent, reminding me of the warm, gooey kind covering an ice cream sundae, but here, on this nose Palate:  The mouthfeel is surprising; it is much more oily than the nose let on. This pour is a perfect entry point for those bourbon fanatics who may feel a wisp of curiosity for a But for friends who are just starting out, I will happily pour from this bottle as an introduction to

bonds; your mind transcends limitations; your conscious expands in every direction; and you find yourself Let's dive into our top 5 American single malts! Strawberry pie, pink floral tones, rounded walnut, and soft flashes of vanilla fill the nose with delight With an attention-grabbing nose offering plump fig, dark red grape, beachside barbecue, and sea salt The nose is decadent, layered, and sweet with aromas of warm apple cider, cherry cake donut, sweet rum

The Lumberyard Batch comes bearing a light green label in a wooden box with a batch information card Nose A savory blend of salted caramel, molasses and dark walnut greets my nose upfront. Smoked peanuts trail off as the last vapors of the pour expire. Another sip and swish brings in cherry skins, a slight tinge of cinnamon, a large dose of a comfortable

Bright grape tones rise up with good heft from deep inhales. Mmm the nose has developed marvelously now that the glass is warming up and getting a little lower. Tannic notes build near the bottom of the glass similar to the bright grape aromas of the early nose. The linger is much longer & more consistent after a few sips warm this pour up. I am glad this pour eventually reached those same heights - so I am glad to call this one another favorite

Undisclosed (presumed sourced) Proof: 94.4° Age: 10 Years Further identification: Barrel No 20F1287 Nose : Citrus and smooth - not tannic - wine nose. Wow; nose is exceptional. Earthy grass & caramel/marshmallow marriage.

A year later, they would return to pick two further rye barrels, one of which you hold in your hands. : Hot chocolate and cooled coffee aromas greet the nose first. The beef is on in the slow cooker, and a mix of parsley, rosemary, basil, and sage are all simmering Returning one's nose to the glencairn reveals orange peel, clear as day, much to the disbelief of the Late in the pour, those well-integrated oak characteristics really start to shine with vanilla tones

Batch 417 is constructed through a proprietary coupe mère and finished in individual Armagnac casks Nose There's a distinct texture in my nose here, tingly and enjoyable. Returning to the nose after a few sips amplifies the aromas in a lovely way with notes of newspaper, As I work my way through the glass, I can't help but note the patience this pour requires. Depending on how tolerant your palate is of less traditional bourbon flavors, your mileage may vary.

finalized, for the legal definition of American single malt; it is widely available at an MSRP of $60 Nose The nose is hotter than 94 proof, suggesting youngness. The nose has enough intrigue now to inspire a sip. Returning to the nose after a sip amplifies the parsley and that odd soapy note. Another sip and swish reveal subtle development in taste, congruent with the nose, but with the same

Nose: Sweet pepper. Creamy leather. Smooth cinnamon without the typical bite on your nostrils. On heftier sips smooth flames can be felt exiting your nostrils. Finish is an impossibly long mouth coating, but the rising creamy/zesty finish cuts off a little too

Rapid Liquors 2020 raffle; based on Blake's mash bill breakdown this is a 'high rye' rye mash bill Nose There's a touch of a lychee characteristic and it comes across quite juicy on the nose. I haven't even thought about taking a sip up until this point because the nose has been so enjoyable All throughout the glass I find a nose that feels steeped in history and quality. Rating: 4/5 This one is certainly getting a bit of a nod for the exceptional nose.

tasting it for the first time in a glencairn instead of a plastic shot glass, so I'd anticipate the nose is going to play a larger role in this review. : Lemon custard bonbons immediately on first nose. Post sip the pour is back to the sweeter lemon zest side of things and has departed the earthiness of This one definitely dances on center stage of your tongue a bit.