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Bourbon Review: Woodstone Creek Straight Bourbon Whisky (Barrel #2)

We review Woodstone Creek Straight Bourbon, a well done American craft whiskey out of a tiny Ohio distillery.

OVERALL RATING

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Woodstone Creek Distillery

Tasting Notes

About:

47% ABV (94 proof); five grain mash bill (two kinds of corn, malted barley, malted rye and malted wheat; about $100 per 750 ml bottle
Appearance:
Viscous, coating the inside of the glass. Deep reddish-golden tone. Honeyed amber when set up to light.
Nose:
Hot and thin, warm coconut, with a strong vanilla hit. Burnt cinnamon, 5-spice, and black walnut.
Palate:
Slightly syrupy mouthfeel. A bit prickly from the ABV, but carries through to a slightly herbaceous, if not chartreuse-like tone. All vanilla is left to the aroma. Toasted anise pulls the finish together, and lends a spicy, yet smooth, send off. Easily quaffable, and leaves the palate primed, not burnt out.
Finish:
Comments:
Woodstone Creek Straight Bourbon Whisky is a solid and worldly whisky, rich in both craft and profile. This gem is sure to appeal to every whiskey drinker it is poured for. Being that they bottle by hand, and only when the distiller deems it “perfect,” there may be times this whiskey is unavailable, so snatching up a bottle when you can is advised.

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.

Lacey Cahoj

Lacey Jane, a chef, sommelier, and bon vivant, has been an integral part of Portland's vibrant food scene for over a decade. Her multifaceted expertise allows her to seamlessly transition between roles behind the bar, in the kitchen, and as a knowledgeable guide to wines and spirits. You might find Lacey curating a memorable dining experience at an upscale establishment or crafting delightful cocktails in a cozy dive bar - her passion for hospitality shines through in every endeavor.

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