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Castle & Key Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey Batch 1
94 proof 40 years Bourbon Castle & Key Frankfort, KY $50 73% white corn, 10% rye, 17% malted barley
Nose

Light fruit, raisin, honey, tea, sweet tart profile with nutmeg, frosted flakes cereal, sugary sweet corn

Palate

Pop rocks sizzle, light stone fruit, not overly sweet, tart bitterness with persimmon notes, baking spices including nutmeg and all clove, pop rocks sensation on the tongue

Finish

Medium length, cinnamon and allspice, pop rocks sensation on the sides of the tongue

Above average
A distinctive bourbon with a unique high-malt profile that brings a novel experience to the table with sweet-tart fruit notes and prominent baking spices.
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Tasted on Episode 254 Castle & Key Small Batch #1 Bourbon