Bell of Dayton Dietrich Fine Whiskies Full Proof Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey
123.2 proof
8.5 years
Bourbon
Bell of Dayton
$98
Five-grain (corn, oats, rye, wheat, malted barley)
Nose
Bright orange peel citrus, fresh warehouse oak character, subtle candy notes with overall freshness and complexity.
Palate
Balanced despite high proof with cinnamon oatmeal warmth, black tea notes, pleasant spice developing midway across the tongue without aggression or heat, oily mouthfeel coating the glass.
Finish
Clean and focused with lingering rye spice, slight cola note, warm and persistent without bitterness, rewarding attentive sipping.
Overall Score
4.6 / 5
A remarkably approachable high-proof single barrel that showcases sophisticated pot-still craftsmanship with exceptional balance between spice, oak, and nuanced grain character.
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