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Bourbon Review: Whiskey Acres Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon

We review Whiskey Acres Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, a bottled in bond American whiskey released from a farm distillery out of Illinois.

OVERALL RATING

7
$50.00
  • Courtney Kristjana is a leading US whiskey taster and aspiring Master of Scotch.
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Tasting Notes

About:

50% ABV, 100 proof. Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon made in Illinois. The mashbill consists of 75% estate grown yellow-dent corn, 15% estate grown soft red winter wheat, and 10% malted barley. Aged over 4 years in number three charred American oak 53 gallon barrels from Kelvin Cooperage. Non-chill filtered and cut with limestone filtered water. Seven barrels blend together to make this limited release. Only available in Illinois at the moment. 750ml $50.
Appearance:
Amber with glints of copper.
Nose:
At the forefront of the dram is a touch of acetone, but it doesn’t singe the nostrils. It’s quite different on the nose from other BNB bourbons. It has earthy undertones with lots of straw and grass. Granny Smith apple with cinnamon notes brings memories of apple turnovers.
Palate:
The mouthfeel is soft, but quickly burns on the back end. However, it doesn’t drink like it’s bottled-in-bond at 100 proof. The oak is dry and young. I have neutral feelings about the bitterness. The green apple from the nose is present, but unlike an apple turnover, it’s not sweet. It warms the belly evenly without burning. On the back end, allspice, clove, and cinnamon mix with tobacco. The palate is complex; it leaves me baffled and confused, but I think it’s because it tastes like I am drinking the liquid form of a Djarum clove cigarette.
Finish:
Comments:
For the inaugural debut of Whiskey Acres Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, it is quite alright. It’s very different from other BNBs on the market. I would drink it with club soda, ginger ale, or even with a splash of Simply Apple. rnrnIf you like baking spices, but not with a heavy burn, then you’ll enjoy this bourbon. Looking forward to seeing the growth of this distillery, and to the next the batch of the Whiskey Acres Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon. I’ll definitely add them to my list to visit the next time I visit friends in Chicago.

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.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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