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I Bourbon

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Whiskey Review: I Bourbon

Tasting Notes:

About:
No age statement given, 86 proof, priced at $60
Appearance:
Light-gold color with a medium-light body.
Nose:
Light, pleasant notes of butterscotch and tannins
Palate:
The low proof and medium body make for an easy sip, characterized by creamy vanilla with just a hint of rye spice. s. I completely understand the need for a young brand, feeling out an audience to establish a broad appeal, and the low-burn sip-ibility of an 86 proof glass makes for an approachable drink, but I’d like to give this a taste at a slightly higher proof that would allow some of the flavors to become more pronounced. Sending User Review 0 (0 votes) Buy Now Share: XFacebookLinkedInEmail Drinks Aizome Island – Tropical Style Minor Cobbler Strawberry Rhubarb Julep Crimson & Clover Club Wynken, Blynken, & Nog Related Articles Whiskey Review: Highline Triple Rye Whiskey Editor’s Note: This whiskey was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whiskey Review: Highline Triple Rye Whiskey American / Reviews Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke American Whiskey Editor’s Note: This whiskey was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke American Whiskey American / Reviews Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Octomore 14.3 Editor’s Note: This whisky was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Octomore 14.3 Reviews / Scotch Whisky Review: Glenglassaugh 12 Years Old Editor’s Note: This whisky was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whisky Review: Glenglassaugh 12 Years Old Reviews / Scotch Whiskey Review: Highline American Whiskey Editor’s Note: This whiskey was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whiskey Review: Highline American Whiskey American / Reviews Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke Rye Whiskey Editor’s Note: This whiskey was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke Rye Whiskey American / Reviews Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Octomore 14.2 Editor’s Note: This whisky was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Octomore 14.2 Reviews / Scotch Whisky Review: Glenglassaugh Sandend Editor’s Note: This whisky was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whisky Review: Glenglassaugh Sandend Reviews / Scotch Whiskey Review: Highline Straight Kentucky Whiskey Editor’s Note: This whiskey was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whiskey Review: Highline Straight Kentucky Whiskey American / Reviews Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke Bourbon Editor’s Note: This whiskey was… READ ARTICLE ? about Whiskey Review: Savage & Cooke Bourbon Bourbon / Reviews Jacob Wirt Jacob Wirt’s past lives as a cook and cultural studies researcher continue to inform his appreciation of fermented grain beverages- not (only) because these professions might drive one to drink, but because they offer a reminder of the knowledge, work, and history that makes every glass possible. His first love… More by Jacob Wirt Follow us on Twitter Find us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with on on LinkedIn About Advertise Subscribe Editorial Standards Privacy Policy Terms of Use
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Given the lack of information available to me about the contents of the bottle, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. What I found was a perfectly solid whiskey, probably best suited as an introductory pour for developing palates. I completely understand the need for a young brand, feeling out an audience to establish a broad appeal, and the low-burn sip-ibility of an 86 proof glass makes for an approachable drink, but I’d like to give this a taste at a slightly higher proof that would allow some of the flavors to become more pronounced.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by I Bourbon. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. 

I wasn’t able to dig up much about I Bourbon beyond their website and a single paywalled article, but I learned enough to be curious. I Bourbon is the brainchild of Tripp Whitbeck, a DC-area legal professional who left his job behind to scale his bourbon interest into a business venture. He worked with a barrel sourcer to establish a blend, which he developed in his condo kitchen, reportedly settling on a backbone of venerable Tennessee bourbon. 

The first few pallets were bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky, in December 2021, but due to pandemic-related logistical setbacks and the complexity of State liquor regulations, I Bourbon is available only online, through their website for now. While the brand is still in its infancy, Whitbeck has ambitions to launch additional I-spirits alongside the bourbon.

The last time I sampled a product line launched by enthusiasts-turned-pros, I felt I was able to prove, Nathan Fielder-style, that I am, in fact, fun, so I’m looking forward to giving I Bourbon a try!

I Bourbon review
I Bourbon (image via I Bourbon)

Tasting Notes: I Bourbon

Vital stats: No age statement given, 86 proof, priced at $60 

Appearance: Light-gold color with a medium-light body.

Nose: Light, pleasant notes of butterscotch and tannins

Palate: The low proof and medium body make for an easy sip, characterized by creamy vanilla with just a hint of rye spice.

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