15 Stars 7 & 15 Year Old Private Stock Bourbon
107 proof
7 and 15 years
Bourbon
Bardstown Bourbon Company (production partner)
$139
Standard bourbon mash bill with rye flavoring grain, approximately 70% corn, 20% rye, 10% malted barley
Nose
Butterscotch, oak backbone with mature warehouse notes, leathery undertones from the aged component
Palate
Fruity and airy character from the younger bourbon balanced with dried apricot sweetness and buttery texture; medium-bodied with nice depth and richness from the 15-year component
Finish
Medium to medium-long finish with gentle tannins that linger pleasantly without being overly drying; leaves a satisfying embrace on the palate
Impressive
An exceptionally well-balanced blend that delivers both the fruity vitality of younger bourbon and the sophisticated depth of aged whiskey, representing top-tier craftsmanship and one of the finest whiskeys tasted this year.
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Forgettable
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Undrinkable
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