George Dickel Old No. 8 Bourbon Whiskey (8 Year, 90 Proof)
90 proof
8 years
Bourbon
George Dickel
$30
84% corn, 8% rye, 8% malted barley
Nose
Light ethanol presence with fruity notes including banana and peach. Mineral character reminiscent of rubbing rocks together. Oak influence present from the eight-year aging.
Palate
Strong mineral note on the palate. Dry peanut butter powder quality with hints of peanut shell. Light oak influence that reads more as new oak than charred oak. Tobacco hint on the backend. Carrot cake notes with vanilla undertones. Not viscous despite the age statement.
Finish
Dry finish with lingering tobacco and mineral characteristics. Limited sweetness overall.
Overall Score
2.7 / 5
Despite fair pricing, this eight-year bourbon feels underdelivered with a light color, ethanol-forward nose, and oak profile that suggests a younger whiskey—lacking the depth and character expected from its age statement.
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Perfection
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