Castle & Key Cast Strength Wheated Bourbon 7 Year
105.8 proof
7 years
Bourbon
Castle & Key
$55–$60
Nose
Sweet and soft with fruity notes; subtle bazooka bubblegum character and rock candy sweetness.
Palate
Soft and accessible despite the higher proof; wheated character comes through with gentle sweetness and minimal aggressive oak influence.
Finish
Smooth without overwhelming heat; spice factor on the back palate is restrained.
Satisfying
A well-crafted wheated bourbon that drinks softer than its proof suggests, though it lacks the wow factor some expected for the hype surrounding the brand.
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Forgettable
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