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Bourbon Review: Burnside Bourbon

Burnside Bourbon, we find in this review, is by no means the fanciest, most prestigious bourbon around, but remains a standby and good friend to lean on.

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Burnside Bourbon

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Nose:
, with saccharine notes just barely rounding out without being overwhelming. The corn-led sweetness of the nose follows through into the first sip, accompanied by spicy vanilla, and light caramel notes. Dark cherry is also subtly present on the nose. Incredibly reminiscent of honeyed cornbread, the 70% corn mash bill shines through every step of experiencing Burnside. Although not entirely syrupy like some more unfortunate bourbons, this whiskey proves densely sweet on the
Palate:
. Offset by a baby kick of spice on the finish, Burnside goes down smooth. A drying, sugared rose petal aftertaste rounds out the dram. Although recommended for mixing by Eastside themselves, Burnside Bourbon surely holds up on its own. However, when the occasion arises, it is a welcome addition to an Old Fashioned, a Sazerac, or a perfect summertime Mint Julep. A price point of around $28 for a 96 proof, 750ml bottle sets it on a truly reasonable plain. By no means the fanciest, most prestigious bourbon around, it remains a standby and a great friend to lean on. Considering the well-balanced nature of this spirit alongside its reasonable price and ease of mixability, I give Burnside Bourbon a score of 92.
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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.

Savannah Weinstock

Savannah Weinstock is a graduate of Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, where her Environmental Studies thesis delved into the intersection of Scotch Whisky, sustainability, and the commodification of nature and culture. During her thesis research, she spent time living and studying in Glasgow, Scotland, visiting and interviewing distilleries across the country, with a particular focus on the Hebridean Isles. Savannah is currently immersed in the industry, gaining firsthand experience with whiskey, spirits, and cocktails on a daily basis.

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