2015 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon (United States), 45.2% abv, $34.99

94
Excellent,
Highly Recommended

Tasting Note:

Old gold/bronze coloring. Toasted marshmallow, oatmeal, spirity aromas abound in this generous fragrance that's hearty and assertive, ending in a roasted peanut scents that's appealing. Flavor-wise, there's a piquant element of black pepper that fades by midpalate, leaving the door open for cornmeal, caramel corn, treacle, marzipan. Long, roasted finish is attractive and robust.

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