Green River Bourbon Barrel Sample (117 Proof, ~3 Years 8 Months)
117 proof
3 years 8 months
Bourbon
Green River Distillery
70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley
Nose
Youthful with grassy and hay notes; earthy and slightly musty character; hints of burnt caramel and malted barley working through; rich aroma with antique shop-like qualities.
Palate
Rich caramel and butterscotch notes; drier with a little bit of green apple tartness and bite; kettle corn and nuttiness; pecan swirl pastry sweetness; thick texture with good body and viscosity; spicy rye-driven warmth building; sweetness becomes more prominent on subsequent sips.
Finish
Medium finish with lingering heat from the 117 proof; developing well but not yet fully mature; spicy backbone carries through.
Overall Score
4 / 5
A promising young high-rye bourbon with excellent palate weight and developing complexity, showing great potential for growth as it ages toward four years old.
1.0
Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
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4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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