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Whiskey Review: Traverse City Whiskey Co. Finishing Series Port Barrel Finish

We review Traverse City Whiskey Co. Finishing Series Port Barrel Finish, a five-year-old Straight Bourbon whiskey that spends nine months in Ruby Port casks.

OVERALL RATING

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Traverse City Whiskey Co. Finishing Series Port Barrel Finish review

Tasting Notes

About:

Five-year-old Straight Bourbon whiskey finished for 9 months in Ruby port barrels. 100 proof (50% abv), 750ml, $59.99 MSRP
Appearance:
Gives off hues of dull rust and bold copper
Nose:
Immediately hit with big aromas of orange zest and caramel. Nectarine fruit comes in after the first nosing.
Palate:
Flavors of cherry skin and orange peel mix well with nutmeg and caramel. Finishes with cocoa and coffee notes that linger briefly and then diminish completely
Finish:
Comments:

Full flavors and a great mix of traditional American whiskey profiles do a lot for this offering. A good whiskey that only loses out a little from having an abrupt finish.


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.

Joshua Wilford

Joshua Wilford brings two decades of restaurant industry experience to the table, with a particular focus on bourbon and whiskey. His leadership roles in bourbon bars throughout Kentucky, coupled with half a decade at the renowned Multnomah Whiskey Library, solidify his expertise in the field. Certifications from The Wine & Spirit Education Trust and The Filson Historical Society further enhance his knowledge. Currently, Joshua manages the bar programs at Grand Amari and Little Bitter Bar within Hotel Grand Stark in Portland, Oregon.

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