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Legent Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
94 proof 6 years Bourbon Jim Beam Distilling Company (Beam Suntory) Clermont, KY $35

Complex and fruit-forward with currant, cherry, and plum; stone fruit and ripe red fruits are prominent; bright, fresh acidity from red wine cask influence; floral notes with vanilla and caramel undertones; buttery and aromatic; when chilled, the nose becomes lighter and airier with more pronounced floral notes and less bourbon heaviness.

Unmistakably bourbon with a layered, complex flavor profile; initial wave brings wine-forward characteristics followed by nuttiness and resiny raisin notes from oloroso sherry cask; bright round red fruits; buttery brown sugar sweetness; full body without being overly sweet; the hug and spice develop gradually rather than immediately; mouthwatering finish with pleasant nuance.

Oloroso sherry contributes salty, nutty, resiny, and raisin notes; Kentucky hug with moderate burn and spice on the back palate; mouthwatering and begging for another sip; finish is well-balanced with lingering richness; when iced, the finish becomes more focused with brown sugar and buttery notes on the back end.

Noteworthy
A beautifully balanced finished bourbon that showcases the partnership between American distilling prowess and Japanese blending finesse, offering complexity and elegance at an exceptional value price point.
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Tasted on Episode 118 Beam Suntory's Legent Bourbon