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Bourbon Review: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Bourbon (2020)

We review Angel's Envy Cask Strength Bourbon (2020), the annual spacial cask strength release of Angel Envy's port barrel finished bourbon that this year clocks in at 120.4 proof.

OVERALL RATING

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Angel's Envy 2020 Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Tasting Notes

About:

120.4 proof (60.2% ABV); mash bill of 72% corn, 18% rye, 10% malted barley; retails for about $200 per 750 ml bottle.
Appearance:
This whiskey pours as a deep amber that takes on a copper tone as it swirls in the glass.
Nose:
The nose is cloying with peanut brittle, cinnamon stick, rum raisin, molasses and fresh cut firewood.
Palate:
Though the proof is something to be reckoned with there is an immediate burst of fruit flavor. I tasted ripe plum soaked in maple syrup with the distinct sourness of tart cherries. The warmth of oak and leather are noticeable on the finish.
Finish:
Comments:
There isn’t any denying that this is a spectacular bourbon. It is incredibly rich and robust. So much so that I found myself taking notes on these qualities over the actual flavor profiles when I sat to do my tasting. The proof is high but not painfully so. What is most remarkable is the layering and delivery of flavor. The individual flavors remain strong while being almost playful as they peek around the corner of each taste. They reveal themselves in a slow and complex dance atop the tongue and cheeks. They are fully revealed just before being carried away by an evaporative finish. rnrnBecoming acquainted with this whiskey was a real pleasure that found me on my local distributor’s website hoping for the chance at tracking down another bottle.

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.

Faith Raspante

Faith Raspante is a freelance writer and bartender residing in Portland, Oregon. Her passion for craft cocktails and creative mixology ignited a deep appreciation for the nuanced flavors of whiskey and other spirits. When she's not behind the bar or crafting captivating content, Faith enjoys boating, tackling home improvement projects, and hosting gatherings for her loved ones.

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