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Bourbon Review: Laws Whiskey House Cognac Cask Finished Bourbon Batch 2

We review Laws Creek Cognac Cask Finished Bourbon Batch 2, finished in-ex Cognac casks before being moved to a massive barrel for secondary solera-style aging.

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Laws Creek Cognac Cask Finished Bourbon Batch 2 review

Tasting Notes

About:

47.5% ABV. Mash bill: Undisclosed. 95 Proof. Suggested Retail: 79.99 USD.
Appearance:
Straw gold, with strong legs.
Nose:
The scent has an understated body of stewed black tea. Sniffing deeply, I can pick up undercurrents of allspice that open up the leafy smell of the tea.
Palate:
The whiskey opens with the strong taste of sandalwood. Searching beyond the body, there is a citrusy, slightly tangy quality to the sip reminiscent of lemon candy or rhubarb. Letting the initial flavor pass, I can finally detect the vinous taste of Cognac accompanied by a soft hint of ginger.
Finish:
Comments:
The intrigue of solera aging drew me to this spirit, but I’m aware that I’m still tasting an early batch. While this lineage may take on a more distinct character over time, the current batch has a taste still within the typical range of bourbons. While it is certainly still a pleasant experience, I’m hoping future batches will develop a more unique profile.rnrnAs it stands, this is an enjoyable whiskey that I would be happy to drink neat or use as a mixer. With its tangy profile and solid ABV, I could see it as a great compliment to a sugary drink like a Manhattan or a mint julep.

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.

Taylor Shiells

Taylor is a writer, researcher, and whiskey enthusiast. He came to Portland in pursuit of higher education, and found himself staying to pursue the Pacific Northwest's wide range of olfactory offerings. He's a fan of craft beer, farm to table food, indie perfume, and, most of all, whiskey. While he provides technical research to the entertainment industry by day, the Whiskey Wash gives him the opportunity to explore his passion, hone his palate, and practice a more flavorful form of writing.

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