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Whiskey Review: Old Ezra Barrel Strength

We review Old Ezra Barrel Strength, a seven year old, 117 proof variant whiskey of the regular Ezra Brooks bourbon.

OVERALL RATING

8
$40.00
  • Kenji Mizumori, bourbon aficionado & bartender.
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Tasting Notes

About:

58.5% ABV, 117 proof. Aged seven years, charcoal filtered. 750ml ~ $40
Appearance:
Lght amber. As for the bottle, it is embossed with the Ezra Brooks”EB” on the base and the Lux Row Distiller’s logo on the top of the label.
Nose:
Presence of brown sugar and oak, alcohol, with a hint of nuttiness.
Palate:
Right off the bat, you get baking spices and vanilla followed by oak. As it begins to finish, peppery notes and leather make an appearance. This one has all of the classic bourbon elements going on. And as a 117 proof whiskey, it is remarkable easy to drink.
Finish:
Comments:
Getting to the nitty-gritty. Balanced or no? On it’s own, can be a bit tight, leaving you wanting more depth. A couple drops of water, and you have a new tasting experience. All of the elements, from nose to palate become elongated and more pronounced. As a $40 bottle, barrel strength, and seven years, the Old Ezra comes through for a win.

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.

Kenji Mizumori

Kenji Mizumori, a seasoned bartender at the Pope House Bourbon Lounge in Portland, Oregon, has been a devoted bourbon enthusiast for decades. He has a particular fondness for bold, high-proof whiskeys, favoring those that exceed 100 proof.

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