Firehouse Reserve
NAS
Bourbon
Unknown (James Huggins, Shelbyville, KY)
Old Forester 1910, Old Forester 1920, Woodford Double Oat
Nose
Rich, syrupy, and dark with cherry, sweet spice, bold leather, cocoa, caramel, and a slight malty character.
Palate
Syrupy and spicy with leathery cherry syrup, peppercorn, oak, and a pleasant spiced body.
Finish
Rich and spicy with a medium length, though judges desired more fruit depth and oily substance to match the bold nose.
Overall Score
3.8 / 5
A dark, sophisticated blend with a beautiful nose and spicy palate, though the finish falls slightly short of the richness promised upfront.
1.0
Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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