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Whiskey Review: Blood Oath Pact No. 7

We review Blood Oath Pact No. 7, the latest edition of Luxco's upscale bourbon line. This one is a blend of eight and 14-year-old bourbons, and involves a Sauternes cask finish.

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Blood Oath No. 7

Tasting Notes

About:

Blood Oath Pact No. 7 clocks in at 98.6 proof and is made from undisclosed mash bills, with bourbons that are eight years or older. With a limited allocation of 17,000 cases, try to find a 750mL for $99.99.
Appearance:
This liquid is a very clear, medium copper that beads and forms slow, fat tears.
Nose:
Sweet and spicy, stone fruit and gingersnaps with vanilla perfume woven through.
Palate:
Full on the palate, in both flavor and texture. Oaky vanilla comes through strongly backed up with black pepper, cinnamon and considerable heat. Sweet white flowers and apricot surface with the addition of a little water. Spiciness lingers on the long finish.
Finish:
Comments:

Blood Oath hits the mark with Pact No. 7. It’s a rich, balanced whiskey. I think I could more feel the soft roundness of the Sauternes than taste it, since the spice felt familiar to rye. It’s an appealing texture, though, whatever its provenance may be.


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.

Cindy Capparelli

Cindy Capperelli is the visionary founder of Portland Bitters Project, established in 2014 with the ambition to craft the finest bitters available. Today, her bitters are savored across the United States and internationally, enhancing cocktails with expressive flavors. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Cindy shares her expertise as an instructor at two Portland colleges. She also engages with private groups, distilleries, and maker's spaces, advocating for the use of high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Cindy empowers her students with the confidence and knowledge to create exceptional drinks at home, experiment with tinctures, and enrich their overall food and beverage experiences.

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