J.K. Williams Golden Zephyr
90 Proof
4 Years
Wheated Straight Bourbon
J.K. Williams
$60
Nose
Light and floral with fruity notes—fresh daisies, peaches, hints of honey, and a touch of cherry with a hint of youth typical of wheated bourbons.
Palate
Soft wheated bourbon profile with honey, caramel, and white pepper; compared favorably to Weller Special Reserve with no spice or Kentucky hug, just a subtle hint of bite.
Finish
Surprisingly long finish for the proof point with white pepper and a light spice, no real heat or chest burn.
Overall Score
3.5 / 5
A respectable, easy-drinking wheated bourbon from Illinois with a long finish and smooth profile that serves as an excellent warm-weather sipper, though at $60 it's priced a bit high for a four-year-old.
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Perfection
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