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Bourbon Review: Isaac Bowman Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Barrels

We review Isaac Bowman Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in Port Barrels, made at a Virginia distillery founded in 1934.

OVERALL RATING

8
$40.00
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Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Glossy with a port wine-kissed mahogany.
Nose:
The port is noticeable from the get-go, as is stewed fruit – earthy and sweet. Another layer of lighter sweetness brought to mind gummy bears, followed by subtle spice.
Palate:
Layered and complex. Stone fruit baked in a dough (like traditional hamantaschen or Pueblo prune pies). The sweetness isn’t cloying, but rather playful and rich and it dissipates nicely. A bit of oak and warm char balances the finish.
Finish:
Comments:
For anyone wary of port-finished bourbons or other whiskey becoming too sweet, this one draws on some of the boldness and character of port without becoming overly saturated. According to the distillery, some whiskey from each batch produced of the Isaac Bowman Straight Bourbon will be reserved for blending into the next batch, “to ensure consistency in flavor and color.” Could be interesting to try future batches to gauge how it may (or may not) evolve. rn

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.

Sarah Coppola

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