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Whisky Review: Pōkeno Double Bourbon Single Cask Single Malt

We review Pōkeno Double Bourbon Single Cask Single Malt, a New Zealand single malt that's been double aged in two, separate bourbon barrels.

OVERALL RATING

8
  • Ryan O'Doherty is a former distiller and whiskey enthusiast.
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Pokeno Double Bourbon Single Cask Single Malt review

Tasting Notes

About:

Mash Bill: 100% malted barley. Double aged in two, separate bourbon barrels. 46% ABV.
Appearance:
Light gold.
Nose:
Caramel sweetness with more alcohol burn than other selections from Pokeno that I’ve tried. Also, a bit of graham cracker that blends nicely with the overall aroma.
Palate:
The caramel and graham cracker are both still fully present on the palate as well, along with a bit more heat than you will find in other Pokeno whisky’s. However, it still has that silky-smooth texture that you will be used to if you have ever tried other whiskies from this producer.
Finish:
Comments:
Sweet and mild, with more complexity and heat than Pokeno’s Origin whisky, which is their other selection that is entirely aged in Bourbon barrels. I found this a more enjoyable option, and something I think all bourbon drinkers will really enjoy. It has that same sweetness that you will find in a traditional bourbon, but it doesn’t overpower you with either the flavor or the heat.

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.

Ryan O'Doherty

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Ryan O'Doherty is a former distiller at Jackson Hole Still Works in Wyoming. A devoted fan of both whiskey and golf, he particularly relishes the opportunity to enjoy them in tandem.

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