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Whiskey Review: Kentucky Owl “The Wiseman”

We review Kentucky Owl “The Wiseman." It's a blend of bourbons distilled at the Kentucky Owl Distillery, and at Bardstown Bourbon.

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Kentucky Owl The Wiseman (image via Talia Gragg)

Tasting Notes

About:

90.8 Proof, 45.4% ABV, 750ml,
Appearance:
Muted, dull butternut color. Unevenly scattered legs moving very slowly.
Nose:
Savory herbs and celery come through, with the umami quality of mushrooms. It finishes sweet and heavy, with dark cherry.
Palate:
The palate has a light, silky texture. Toasted oak comes through in a honeyed fashion. Freshly prepared oatmeal with a savory, buttery quality follows up. The finish returns to the nose with an artichoke-y vegetal feel, without really skewing bitter.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a complex bourbon, perhaps because it is the composite of so many different elements. It creates a product that has layers of notes that blend so seamlessly the individual notes are not quite so distinct. I always like Kentucky Owl, and the first expression with their own juice is no exception.rn

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.

Talia Gragg

Talia is part of the Portland service industry community, and an alumna of the Multnomah Whiskey Library. She’s an avid spirit and cocktail enthusiast, and likes to experience them both academically and recreationally. When not sipping whiskey she’s a ceramic artist and lover of travel.

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