Larceny Barrel Proof Batch A121
114.8 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Heaven Hill Distillery
$50
Nose
Big time Werther's original and butterscotch. Very butterscotch-forward with a hint of oak. Floral notes like walking in a rose garden. Honey and local honey notes. Not attacking despite the 114 proof, minimal ethanol presence.
Palate
Creamy and thick upfront with a texture-first impact. Butterscotch to honey to molasses transition across the palate. Pop Rocks sensation that explodes and works its way back. Molasses and butterscotch prominent with a hint of oak. Produces a Kentucky hug with spice that builds gradually rather than hitting the back of the palate with fire.
Finish
Not overly spicy or hot despite the proof. Kentucky hug present but without excessive bite.
Overall Score
4 / 5
A robust wheated bourbon that showcases butterscotch and molasses notes with solid texture and warmth, though slightly less sweet and more oak-forward than previous releases, making it better suited for cooler months than summer.
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Perfection
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