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Whiskey Review: Bear Fight American Single Malt

We review Bear Fight American Single Malt. It's aged in bourbon casks and finished in peat-smoked oak and sherry casks as part of an “advanced filtering and finishing” process.

OVERALL RATING

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Bear Fight American Single Malt Whiskey (image via Next Century Spirits)

Tasting Notes

About:

Aged a minimum of three years in bourbon casks, finished in peat-smoked oak and sherry casks. 45% ABV. Malted barley mash bill. SRP $54.00/750ml bottle.
Appearance:
Amber and caramel with yellow-green undertones
Nose:
The nose opens with toasted pecan, as promised. Fruity and floral flavors of honeysuckle, neroli, and red apple follow. Touches of cookie dough (sugary and buttery) follow. Altogether a sweet and easy opening. You can taste the effects of the bourbon casks.
Palate:
The palate hits strong after the easy opening, with an oversized punch of peat. It’s tempered by notes of fig, currant, blackberry, and honey. It’s full-bodied and smooth. There are hints of sherry and milk chocolate at the finish.
Finish:
Comments:
Bear Fight American Single Malt is sweet, full-bodied, and easy to drink. I found the peat finish overbearing when compared to the more delicate flavors of the nose, but it is still overall a good choice for mixing or sipping.

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.

Olivia Cohen

Olivia Cohen is a writer based in the Pacific Northwest, where her passions for words and whiskey intertwine. During her workday, Olivia hones her craft as a professional writer. Her enthusiasm for the written word extends beyond the 9-to-5, leading her to seek opportunities to contribute to esteemed publications in her leisure time. As the workday concludes and the clock strikes 5, Olivia finds the perfect moment to indulge in a well-deserved dram.

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