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Bourbon Review: Backbone Bourbon Uncut

We review Backbone Bourbon Uncut. It's a barrel proof sourced bourbon distilled in Indiana.

OVERALL RATING

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Tasting Notes

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Batch #20 tasted for review. 119 proof (59.5% ABV). Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky. No age statement, but a barrel date of 7/2014 and a bottle date of 4/2019 are listed on the label. MSRP $60.
Appearance:
Nose:
Palate:
Burned sugar, hot caramel and deep spice greet the palate. It finishes smooth with flavors of carob and black strap molasses
Finish:
Comments:
I can truly appreciate a spirit with “backbone”. Some of my more memorable drams have been of the high proof variety. I can also speculate as to how this particular offering may fare with a bit more age. I’m not sure as to the barrel size on this one, but I will assume it’s a 53 gallon. It seems a little one dimensional in the character department, with heat being the predominant personality; I wonder what other traits would develop with a little more time? Cocktail-wise this would stand up great against any other ingredients, although it may be a little prohibitive at this price point.

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.

Jason Marshall

Jason Marshall has dedicated his career to championing and mentoring bartenders, fostering an environment where fresh talent and innovative ideas thrive. Through this process, he has cultivated his own creativity, nurtured aspiring individuals who have pursued their passions, and organized cocktail competitions with a focus on community engagement. A certified Executive Bourbon Steward, Jason currently holds the position of Officer and Board Member of The Oregon Bartenders Guild USBG/Oregon.

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