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Whiskey Review: Four Gate Batch 4 Split Stave By Kelvin

We review Four Gate Batch 4 Split Stave By Kelvin, a Kentucky bourbon blend finished in special, re-coopered casks from Kelvin Cooperage.

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Four Gate Batch 4 Split Stave By Kelvin

Tasting Notes

About:

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – a blend of 5.5 year mash bill: 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley and a 12 year mash bill: 74% corn, 18% rye, 8% malted Barley; Non-chill filtered; 115.6 proof; 2,700 bottles; Available starting in December 2019, Kentucky and Tennessee only; priced around $175 per 750 ml bottle. Color: Chestnut sherry
Appearance:
Nose:
There’s a spicy floral scent like a bouquet of fresh flowers.
Palate:


Finish:
Comments:
With a splash of water Four Gate Batch 4 Split Stave bourbon gets more character and a richer nose. It becomes less floral and more like a wilted honey suckle. Without the water it’s got a lot more heat on both the nose and the palate. I could definitely taste that oaky char from the barrels but it smooths out with the touches of cinnamon and caramel sweetness.

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.

Melissa Jones

Melissa D. Jones is a traveler, blogger, photographer, storyteller, foodie, whiskey enthusiast, and creative entrepreneur. Her thirst for adventure and new experiences has led her to photograph all 50 states and 47 countries, a journey she chronicled in her travel book. When she's not exploring the globe, Melissa resides in Portland, Oregon, where she enjoys attending events, savoring whiskey, and hiking. She has sampled over 100 different whiskies, both locally and internationally.

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