Blackened American Whiskey Batch 97
90 Proof
Blend of Bourbon and Rye finished in Black Brandy Casks
Metallica/Dave Pickerell
$50
Nose
Burnt caramels, deep caramel, rice spice, and subtle overripe fermented fruit notes from the brandy cask finish.
Palate
Upfront sweetness with cinnamon, allspice, clove, mint, dried apricots, and a slight medicinal quality reminiscent of horehound candies with a prickly sensation on the tongue.
Finish
Medium to long finish with lingering sweetness and a slight hint of Kentucky warmth, reminiscent of ice wine or hot mulled wine.
Overall Score
4 / 5
A well-crafted blend of bourbon and rye finished in black brandy casks, praised as an excellent entry point for wine/brandy drinkers and comparable to Angel's Envy Rye.
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