Editor’s Note: This whiskey was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review.
Just an old sweet song, keeps Georgia on my mind… And a dram of Savannah Distilling’s Founder’s Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon. Savannah is an immaculate coastal city snuggled right on the Georgia and South Carolina border. The city flourishes with cobblestone walkways and oak trees covered in Spanish Moss.
Savannah Distilling has high hopes to eventually break ground for a visitor’s center and distillery right in Savannah’s historic district. They have been slowly growing since 2013. Their portfolio has a range of items
Savannah Distilling Founder’s Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon (image via Savannah Distilling)[/caption]
Tasting Notes: Savannah Distilling Founder’s Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon
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Vital Stats: 108 Proof. Aged 6+ years. Mash bill unknown, but at least 51% corn. They sell direct on-site and local liquor stores in Savannah, GA.
Appearance: A deep gold color, with some legs that start to slowly show itself and then dance quickly down the edge of the glass to rejoin the whiskey pond.
Nose: The welcome greeting is a scoop of honey pistachio gelato in a freshly made waffle cone. Sitting longer with it, even an Almond Joy comes in to say hello. Yes, a milk chocolate tone is balanced with coconut and a hint of a mild nut. At the very end, even some graham cracker is noticed.
Palate: Oh wow, I love the mouthfeel right off the bat with this one. A velvet candied orange slice hugs the tongue and a caramel apple taffy follows down the throat to warm the chest. This seductive juice has you leaning back, relaxed, and enjoying the ride. And it’s a long ride. There is no hurried exit with this one, not that you want it to.
