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Whiskey Review: Jos A. Magnus Murray Hill Special Release Batch #3

We review Jos A. Magnus Murray Hill Special Release Batch #3, a blend of 10-20 year old bourbons that are finished in cider and malt casks.

OVERALL RATING

7
$300.00
  • Kenji Mizumori, bourbon aficionado & bartender.
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Tasting Notes

About:

110 proof, 55% ABV and is a blend of 10-20 year old bourbons that are finished in cider and malt cask. ~ $300 per 750ml bottle.
Appearance:
A burnt orange with a touch of an amber hue.
Nose:
This is a big one that starts of on the astringent side. It took a while to figure out what was going on in the glass. After the initial hit of alcohol, the nose picks up nuances of a rich brown sugar and baked goods. To me, it seemed to resemble coffee cake.
Palate:
First taste, wow, that’s a lot smoother than it smells. Definitely follows the big nose with a lot of body and flavor. Up front is a friendly hit of molasses with baking spices and mild acidity. The finish was long of wood and a touch of toffee.
Finish:
Comments:
The whiskey was solid, but I wanted more considering the processes that went into the making thereof. The sourcing and blending of bourbons, the series of cask finishes, etc. But alas, it’s a tricky and fickle thing, doing secondary barrel finishes. I wanted to love this one and experience all of the potential layers of flavor. I wouldn’t say that I was necessarily disappointed, just not wowed.rnrnOn the plus side, forgetting all of the finishes, it’s a tasty whiskey. Big flavors with classic bourbon notes and a long finish. Great for after a long days work. As long as you don’t expect too much from the secondary finishes, I say check it out at the bar first and then make your own opinion.

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.

Kenji Mizumori

Kenji Mizumori, a seasoned bartender at the Pope House Bourbon Lounge in Portland, Oregon, has been a devoted bourbon enthusiast for decades. He has a particular fondness for bold, high-proof whiskeys, favoring those that exceed 100 proof.

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