Dust in the Blend
103 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Unknown (Todd Ritter, Frankfurt, KY)
1/3 Elijah Craig 12 Year 94 proof, 1/3 New Riff Single Barrel 104.7 proof, 1/3 Makers Mark 46 Cast Strength 110.3 proof
Nose
Sweet and herbal with cardamom, light caramel, spearmint freshness, raisin, plum, and a cooling peppermint note.
Palate
Creamy and balanced with dried fruit, corny sassafras, sweet red velvet cake, fresh mint, and raisin toast with persimmon jam.
Finish
Long and pleasingly dusty with a slow Kentucky hug, huskiness that signals barrel age, and a touch of peppermint.
Overall Score
4.2 / 5
A beautifully balanced blend where nose, palate, and finish integrate seamlessly, with an elegant dusty huskiness and fresh mint that evolves through the pour.
1.0
Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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