Bluegrass Distillers Bottled-in-Bond High Rye Bourbon (4 Year, Barrel Proof Sample ~117 proof)
117 proof (barrel proof)
4 years
Bourbon
Bluegrass Distillers
80% yellow corn, 20% rye
Nose
Dark and complex with aged warehouse must; butterscotch foundation; raisin, plum, and fig with molasses undertones; no harsh ethanol despite high proof.
Palate
Evolved and mature with the corniness completely integrated; raisin, fig, and molasses creating a sophisticated profile; fennel seed and anise notes on the back end; more barrel tannins than younger expressions but no bitterness.
Finish
Drying finish from barrel tannins and slight char without becoming harsh; lingering fig and molasses; measured spice.
Overall Score
4.6 / 5
A mature, sophisticated bottled-in-bond expression showcasing craft distillery excellence with complex dried fruit, molasses, and barrel character that rivals much higher-volume producers.
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