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Bourbon Review: William Alan Straight Bourbon Whiskey

We review William Alan Straight Bourbon Whiskey. It's made in South Carolina from a "high-malt" mash bill.

OVERALL RATING

9
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William Alan Straight Bourbon Whiskey (image via Jennifer Williams)

Tasting Notes

About:

Aged four years, 90 proof (45% ABV), high malt mash bill.
Appearance:
Mahogany.
Nose:
On the nose are floral notes of citrus, red rose, and spearmint along with sweet caramel.
Palate:
The palate offers hints of cedar woodiness, cinnamon, cherry, and fresh ginger root. It has a long finish with warm spicy notes, freshly ground black pepper, and cucumber.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a bright and approachable whiskey that would be a nice summer sipper. It’s a great choice for entry-level whiskey drinkers. Yet it still delivers a satisfying experience for more advanced whiskey enthusiasts, with a long, warm, spicy finish delicately balanced by notes of freshly ground black pepper and an obliging cucumber flavor.

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.

Jennifer Williams

Jennifer Williams honed her appreciation for patrons with a discerning taste for fine whiskey during her 15-year tenure as a bartender in Dallas, Texas. Since relocating to Portland, Oregon in 2019, she graduated from Portland State University with a major in English Literature and a minor in Writing. During her final term at PSU, Jennifer served as the Arts & Culture editor for the university's monthly magazine, The Pacific Sentinel. A voracious reader, outdoor runner, and aspiring photographer, Jennifer also harbors a deep love for classic jazz. She always welcomes the opportunity to share a whiskey and engaging conversation with both her cherished friends from Texas and the many new companions she's made since settling in Oregon.

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