2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Benchmark Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (United States), 45% abv, $17.99, 750 ml

89
Very Good,
Strong Recommendation

Tasting Note:

Brown sugar and cinnamon coated apples, grapefruit oil, and dried purple flowers play in the bouquet, but the palate is more aggressive, with a punchy hit of pepper spice, clove, and vanilla bean. This is a versatile ingredient for whisky cocktails.

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