Bourbon

Whiskey Review: Blood Oath Pact No. 4

We review Blood Oath Pact No. 4, the latest in a popular series of American whiskeys that are sourced and blended by the folks at Luxco.

OVERALL RATING

7
Like Conversation
Blood Oath Pact No 4

Tasting Notes

About:

A sourced blend of 12-year-old, 10-year-old, and 9-year-old bourbons. The youngest bourbon has a toasted oak finish. 36,000 bottle limited release available for $99.99 in 750ml bottles. Comes in at 98.6 proof, the temperature of blood. Mashbills and proportions of the different bourbons are undisclosed.
Appearance:
Like slightly aged copper that’s been sitting in the sun.
Nose:
Bourbon through and through – the classic flavors of caramel and vanilla dominate upfront with a mild alcoholic singe detected through a strong oak and fruited candies.
Palate:
Blood Oath Pact No.4 is thin, yet its flavors linger. Underneath the obvious oak is a tropical mocha of the sweetest variety. Buttery quality to the finish that staves off the unpleasantness a lot of thin, oaky bourbons are ruined by.
Finish:
Comments:
Blood Oath Pact No. 4 by itself is a tasty bourbon that is easy to enjoy. It is also higher priced than you might expect at $99.99 for a 36,000-bottle release. It would have been lovely to see this whiskey in the $65 range. Nonetheless it is still a whiskey meant to be enjoyed. I would like to know more though about the origins of the bourbons used in its blend.

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.

Forrest C. Price

Forrest is deeply involved in various aspects of the whiskey industry. He contributes his writing talents to The Whiskey Wash, shares his expertise through classes on diverse whiskey styles, and serves as the Brand Ambassador of the West Coast & Kentucky for Joseph Magnus Distillery. Prior to these endeavors, Forrest honed his skills as the Whiskey Advisor at Jack Rose Dining Saloon in Washington, DC, the largest whiskey bar in the Western Hemisphere. In this role, he expertly guided patrons through an impressive collection of over 2,700 whiskey expressions from around the world and meticulously managed the extensive inventory. Forrest hails from Louisville, KY, the heart of bourbon country.

All Posts

Latest On The Whiskey Wash