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Whiskey Review: Jefferson’s Tropics

We review Jefferson's Tropics Aged In Humidity, an experiment in which barrels containing mature Kentucky bourbon were exposed to a humid Singaporean environment for 18-months before being brought back for bottling.

OVERALL RATING

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Jefferson's Tropics Aged In Humidity review

Tasting Notes

About:

52% ABV; limited release in September of 2023; SRP $99.99
Appearance:
Straw
Nose:
Very light, alcohol is present, tropical fruits like mango, banana leaves, light coffee, and sugar. The nose is harsher than I expected, but overall inviting albeit with a salty brine quality.
Palate:
An initial rush of smoke before a salty profile on the tongue with soft oak and cocoa. There is vanilla and molasses about the mid palate before giving way to an even blend in the finish. The finish holds softly on the tongue for a reasonable length before drifting off with a hint of brine and citrus fruit.
Finish:
Comments:
The bottle has a beautiful map outline of Singapore on the back, similar to how Ocean has a ship. Jefferson’s has been doing a lot of different things with their whiskey and I applaud the experimental attitude. The humidity and virtual equatorial climate of Singapore resulted in a greater interaction between the whiskey and the oak. The resulting brine and salt notes were very interesting, especially combined with the sweetness of bourbon.rnrnOverall I’m curious what more time will do, and like Jefferson’s Ocean excited to see what this project can show off.

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.

Charles Steele

Charles Steele, a Portland-based attorney, is a native of the Pacific Northwest. His legal background provides him with an analytical approach to understanding whiskey and other aged spirits. Primarily a legal writer, freelancing for The Whiskey Wash offers Charles a unique opportunity to showcase his versatility as a writer. Although his preference lies with whiskey and whiskey-based cocktails, he has a profound appreciation for all unique and unconventional liquors, from Malört to Ojen - if it's peculiar, he's intrigued.

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