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Bourbon Review: George Dickel Bourbon

We review the eight-year-old George Dickel Bourbon. It's a new introduction from the Cascade Hollow Distilling Co.

OVERALL RATING

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Dickel Bourbon

Tasting Notes

About:

This whisky is 90 proof and aged eight years. It is cold chilled and charcoal filtered, and has a price point around $32.00.
Appearance:
Golden amber with a sheet of viscosity that sheds down the side in even legs.
Nose:
Red apple and a sugary sweetness akin to sweet tarts hits the nose first. There is a wide assortment of baking spices, such as clove and cinnamon, plus a hint of black pepper on the back of the nose. It all comes together with a scent reminiscent of cinnamon sticky buns.
Palate:
The heat comes on first but, just wakes up the palate instead of dominating it. It is present through the whole experience as a gentle prickle on the tongue. There is a sweetness on the front of the tongue like raw cane sugar. This is followed by spicy notes of black pepper and clove. It is well balanced and has just a hint of saline and mineral undertones that aid in the depth of the beverage. Over ice, the oak qualities came forward. The heat calmed to a warm blanket instead of a sharp bite. The spicy notes were still there, and the sweet elements were toned down a bit as well. It’s like drinking a caramel sticky bun made with a savory dough.
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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.

John Dover

John Dover, creator and writer of the acclaimed "Johnny Scotch" series, draws inspiration from his immersive experiences as a professional musician and his extensive travels across the US. His Jazz Noir world intertwines with his music, culminating in collaborations such as the "Johnny Scotch Vignettes" with Thomas Barber, blending high-energy fusion with spoken word.

John's latest ventures include "Johnny Scotch #4" illustrated by Dan Schaefer, and the novella "A Song for Charlie." Alongside his music career, he continues to expand the "Johnny Scotch" universe through short stories and comic books.

Beyond "Johnny Scotch," John is a recognized horror writer, contributing to anthologies such as "Tales from the Braided Pony," "Monsters 'N' Things," "100 Word Horrors," and the forthcoming "Tenebrous Tales." He's also a regular entertainment writer for Mythmachine.com.

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