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Bourbon Review: King’s County Distillery Blended Bourbon

We review Kings County's Blended Bourbon, a 2 year aged blend of straight bourbon, straight corn whiskey, straight rye, & malt whiskey.

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Kings County's Blended Bourbon review

Tasting Notes

About:

86 proof (43% ABV), Age: 2 years,
Appearance:
dark straw to brilliant yellow
Nose:
exuberant Sweet corn and vanilla leap out of the glass at you. Some malic undertones and subtle banana notes follow, undergirded with hints of ginger and clove. Time in the glass saw the release of some candied orange and lemon peel aromas.
Palate:
This sits lightly on the palate despite a marked unctuous quality that is typical of corn whiskeys. A bit shallow, with the sweet corn and vanilla giving way to a little oak before it all falls away rather quickly giving over to a slightly vegetal and spicy rye finish.
Finish:
Comments:
This release is ultimately most tantalizing as a potential harbinger of what’s to come. It shines in a lot of ways but is a little shallow and off balance, like a pre-cociously talented rookie athlete who just hasn’t had enough reps to really get the right timing down. rnrnBut as we wait for future interpretations of King’s County blending philosophy, this one mixes very well in a Manhattan, and should make for a stunning traditional whiskey sour, especially if you can get your hands on a nice bright lemon oleo saccharum to really make those vanilla notes sing.

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 McBeth

Jason McBeth, a seasoned hospitality professional and consultant, boasts nearly 15 years of experience curating fine dining beverage programs. His impressive resume includes collaborations with six Michelin Star and/or James Beard award-winning restaurants. As a consultant, McBeth has conceptualized and implemented distinctive cocktail programs across diverse markets, ranging from Los Angeles to Lincoln, Nebraska, and Richmond, Virginia. Beyond the realm of spirits and hospitality, his passions lie in poetry and basketball. When not indulging in his professional pursuits, McBeth finds solace in shucking oysters for his wife, accompanied by a bottle or two of grower Champagne.

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