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Bourbon Review: Bomberger’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon (2020)

We review Bomberger’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon (2020), the latest in a heritage American whiskey brand that's released by Kentucky-based Michter's.

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Tasting Notes

About:

Bottled at 108 proof, only 1738 bottles have been made available for their 2020 release. For the aging of this release barrels made from special Chinquapin (Quercus muehlenbergii) wood that has been naturally air dried for over 3 years were used as part of the overall blend.
Appearance:
The color has a hint of red to the tint I associate with varnished wood.
Nose:
Butterscotch candy and orange peel are the first notes that hit me. As I dove deeper, I found the rich scent of raisin and dried plum came forth along with a hint of oak and old leather.
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Comments:
My first tasting left me feeling that this bourbon was a bit on the sweet side for me. As I dove further in, the richness and heat of the distillation came forth. I was left with the feeling that this is a bourbon I would like to have around for those chilly fall and winter evenings when you just want to sit down with a nice book and a fire. It is also a lovely bourbon to induct new drinkers into the bourbon landscape. It ticks the boxes that are necessary, even if it relies on the sweet notes more than my personal palate prefers.

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.

John Dover

John Dover, creator and writer of the acclaimed "Johnny Scotch" series, draws inspiration from his immersive experiences as a professional musician and his extensive travels across the US. His Jazz Noir world intertwines with his music, culminating in collaborations such as the "Johnny Scotch Vignettes" with Thomas Barber, blending high-energy fusion with spoken word.

John's latest ventures include "Johnny Scotch #4" illustrated by Dan Schaefer, and the novella "A Song for Charlie." Alongside his music career, he continues to expand the "Johnny Scotch" universe through short stories and comic books.

Beyond "Johnny Scotch," John is a recognized horror writer, contributing to anthologies such as "Tales from the Braided Pony," "Monsters 'N' Things," "100 Word Horrors," and the forthcoming "Tenebrous Tales." He's also a regular entertainment writer for Mythmachine.com.

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