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Bourbon Review: A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2

We review A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2, bottled at an extremely hardy 144.5 proof.

OVERALL RATING

10
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A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2

Tasting Notes

About:

144.5 proof (72.25% ABV), aged 10 years, 750ml bottle, MSRP $99.99.
Appearance:
This bourbon is a very nice dark amber in color.
Nose:
There is a lovely hint of caramel and leather, with a touch of cherry.
Palate:
This bourbon has a lovely hit of apple and vanilla, with a nice wood char flavor to follow.
Finish:
Comments:
This is definitely a very strong bourbon! As David Bock stated, this particular batch hits hard. It’s one of those bourbons that has a good burn as it goes down, and gives a strong set of fumes that really catch your breath for a few seconds after each swallow. This is definitely one of the best bourbons I’ve tried, and would be great to drink straight, or on the rocks.

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.

James Logan

James Logan is an enthusiast with a background in food service and retail management. In his mid-20s, he developed a deep passion for whiskey-based drinks. After receiving a bottle of 15-year-old Scotch whisky as a birthday gift, he embarked on a yearly ritual of exploring a new brand of Scotch whisky. James thoroughly enjoys sampling each new brand and age, comparing them with previous selections. While not a whiskey or writing expert, he hopes his "average guy" perspective will resonate with those starting their whiskey journey, providing them with the guidance he missed out on.

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