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Dust in the Blend
103 proof
NAS
Bourbon blend
Todd Ritter (home blender)
Frankfort, KY
1/3 Elijah Craig 12 Year (94 proof), 1/3 New Riff single barrel (104.7 proof), 1/3 Maker's Mark 46 Cast Strength (110.3 proof)
Nose
Sweet and herbal with real floral gardenia notes, light caramel, nutmeg, and a spicy citrus quality; sticky rice sweetness.
Palate
Creamy with dried fruit, sassafras, sweet red velvet cake, and spice; earthy alfalfa undertone; corny sweetness with raisin toast and persimmon jam.
Finish
Long and well-knit with dusty huskiness and age-forward character; slow Kentucky hug that lingers gracefully.
Really good
A beautifully balanced blend where nose, palate, and finish integrate seamlessly, delivering dusty age-forward character and sweet spice with a lingering hug.
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Forgettable
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