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Bourbon Review: Booker’s 30th Anniversary Bourbon

We review Booker’s 30th Anniversary Bourbon, a recently released American whiskey that celebrates 30 years of Beam master distiller Booker Noe's bourbon legacy.

OVERALL RATING

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Tasting Notes

About:

125.8 proof (62.9% ABV); distilled and bottled in Clermont, KY; mash bill undeclared; aged in No. 4 char American Oak; 70% 9 year-old-whiskey, 30% 16-year-old whiskey; $199.99 for 750 mL. Widely distributed in the US, but limited edition.
Appearance:
This whiskey is a clear, medium auburn that coats the glass and slowly forms fat legs.
Nose:
The aroma is turpentine and banana peel, with an undercurrent of molasses and white flowers. Resting in the glass, this gives way to buttery toffee and nutmeg.
Palate:
give up any good information? Guess it’s time to put on my big girl slacks and find out. Booker’s 30th Anniversary Bourbon (image via Beam-Suntory) Tasting Notes: Booker’s 30th Anniversary Bourbon Vital Stats: 125.8 proof (62.9% ABV); distilled and bottled in Clermont, KY; mash bill undeclared; aged in No. 4 char American Oak; 70% 9 year-old-whiskey, 30% 16-year-old whiskey; $199.99 for 750 mL. Widely distributed in the US, but limited edition. Appearance: This whiskey is a clear, medium auburn that coats the glass and slowly forms fat legs. Nose: The aroma is turpentine and banana peel, with an undercurrent of molasses and white flowers. Resting in the glass, this gives way to buttery toffee and nutmeg. Palate: My brain knows but my mouth forgets and – wham! – the alcohol content stuns my palate for a second. After the shock I notice the silky mouthfeel, assertive vegetal notes and honey. The result is remarkably smooth and coherent. The mid palate blooms into a crust-of-poundcake and ushers in a medium-long creme brûlée finish.
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Comments:
This is a slow-sipping, quality bourbon that will probably only continue to skyrocket in value. It’s a fitting addition to the Booker’s line, even if it’s one few fans will get to pour.

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.

Cindy Capparelli

Cindy Capperelli is the visionary founder of Portland Bitters Project, established in 2014 with the ambition to craft the finest bitters available. Today, her bitters are savored across the United States and internationally, enhancing cocktails with expressive flavors. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Cindy shares her expertise as an instructor at two Portland colleges. She also engages with private groups, distilleries, and maker's spaces, advocating for the use of high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Cindy empowers her students with the confidence and knowledge to create exceptional drinks at home, experiment with tinctures, and enrich their overall food and beverage experiences.

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