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Bourbon Review: 2XO The Phoenix Blend Kentucky Straight Bourbon

We review 2XO Phoenix Blend, a new bourbon from Dixon Dedman, the former master blender of Kentucky Owl.

OVERALL RATING

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2XO Phoenix Blend review

Tasting Notes

About:

104 proof (52% ABV), 750 ml bottle MSRP $130.99.
Appearance:
Burnt amber.
Nose:
Cinnamon spicy forwardness on the nose with a slight lush woody fragrance along with earthy flavors of caramel, cherry, tea, and warm citrus notes.
Palate:
Lush floral and fruity character notes that include red berries, spicy plum, vanilla, caramel, cinnamon, and peppery notes.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a solid sipping bourbon offering well-balanced flavors and a long finish that gives way to smooth notes of vanilla, warm spices, and slight hints of blackberries. It would make for a great study on whiskey complexity for new whiskey drinkers looking to expand their palate. Due to its complex flavor profile and depth of character, it’s one that seasoned whiskey drinkers will want to spend time with.

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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