Evan Williams Bottled in Bond with Interstave French Oak Maple Cast Cubes (6-week finish)
100 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Heaven Hill Distillery (base) / Interstave (finishing cubes)
$25
Nose
Powerfully aromatic maple syrup on the initial pour that softens slightly with air exposure. Prominent and distinctive.
Palate
Rich, evolved nuttiness with toasted oak complexity that has noticeably elevated over time. Warm spice and sweet elements well-integrated with the maple influence.
Finish
Warm and surprisingly long for a 100-proof expression, with lingering sweetness and toasted oak warmth that extends the experience.
Overall Score
4.1 / 5
An impressive example of secondary finishing's potential, transforming a solid bottled-in-bond bourbon into a warming, complex sipper with meaningful complexity.
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