Peanuts, banana bread, hazelnuts, sweet earthiness as a whole. This bourbon does have a Jack Daniel’s Old No.7 quality to it, which I like as a whole – but that statement could put some people off. It has all of this sweetness with a dry, oily, earthy approach to it that does help to balance everything out.
Not a typical Wild Turkey product. This is less indulgent with the caramel, toffee, etc. Instead it leans into the rye element of the whisky, this could be down to both additional ageing, as well as that charcoal filtering process. Something a little more unusual is a sweetness that I typically associate with deli meats, like the soft sweetness of prosciutto and how that works well with honey.
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.
Phil Dwyer is a freelance whisky writer and consultant. With a decade of experience in whisky retail and nearly as long running Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, Phil is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow whisky lovers. His goal is to make whisky accessible and enjoyable, dispelling the jargon and complexity that can sometimes surround the spirit. In addition to his online presence, Phil managed The Whisky Shop Manchester, where he curated an impressive selection of some of the finest drams available.
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