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Whiskey Review: Bull Run Distilling Oregon Single Malt Whiskey

We review Bull Run Distilling Oregon Single Malt Whiskey, a new entry to the American single malt category.

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Bull Run Distilling Oregon Single Malt Whiskey

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Warm apricot
Nose:
Rich, toasty, and a little funky. I get cocoa, earl grey tea, graham cracker, peanuts, buttered popcorn, and flat root beer. There’s some light char as well as bright notes of green grapes and apple. With a little water, a surprising touch of pineapple emerges.
Palate:
A sweet entry evokes notes of dark caramel, cola, and shortbread cookies, as well as a light note of smoke. In the mid-palace, a nice raisinated quality reminds me of a slightly savory fortified wine, like oloroso sherry. The finish is rich and a little bit herbaceous, with a bit of mint and a distinctive note of unsmoked marijuana at the very end. Final Thoughts: This is a nice whiskey, and I can certainly see how it would be enjoyable in a cocktail or straight. It’s pretty and light without being forgettable, flavorful without being dense, and an interesting twist on the classic single malt expression. It’s also affordably priced; House Spirit’s Westward Whiskey, a close analogue in terms of style and region, sells for about twice as much. Score: 89/100
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Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Margarett Waterbury

Margarett Waterbury is the author of "Scotch: A Complete Introduction to Scotland's Whiskies" and a full-time freelance writer and editor specializing in the beverage industry. Her work has graced the pages of numerous publications, including Whisky Advocate, Food and Wine, Spirited Magazine, Artisan Spirit, Edible Seattle, Sip Northwest, Civil Eats, Travel Oregon, and many others. She also boasts editorial experience as the former managing editor of Edible Portland and as a co-founder and former managing editor of The Whiskey Wash. In recognition of her talent, Margarett received the Alan Lodge Young Drinks Writer of the Year award in 2017 and was awarded fellowships for the Symposium for Professional Wine Writers in 2017 and 2019.

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