Hardin's Creek The Mushroom
110 proof
11 years
Bourbon
James B. Beam Distilling Company (Clermont)
$170
Nose
Earthy and funky with notes of caramel, nutmeg, and black pepper. Mixed nuts (almond-forward), medium amber color. No ethanol burn despite 110 proof.
Palate
Peppery bite with black pepper at the forefront. Soft and viscous mouthfeel with nice nuttiness, caramel, and a touch of honey. Mid-palate-focused with a subtle earthiness that develops with successive sips.
Finish
Lengthy and lingering on the mid-palate with a peppery character. Pleasant finish that settles in nicely with a subtle bitterness that emerges as the pour opens up.
Overall Score
4 / 5
A ground-floor warehouse expression with compelling earthy and peppery character, excellent texture, and a long, warming finish.
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Undrinkable
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Substandard
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Very good
5.0
Perfection
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