Little Book Chapter 1 "The Easy"
128.2 proof
4 years (bourbon), 13 years (corn whiskey), 6 years (malt whiskey), 6 years (high rye whiskey)
Blended Straight Whiskey
James B. Beam Distilling Co.
$80
Four-whiskey blend: 4-year bourbon, 13-year corn whiskey, 6-year 100% malt whiskey, 6-year high rye whiskey
Nose
Young oak, caramel sweetness like a wrapped caramel candy, corn notes, malted barley character, youthful and aromatic.
Palate
Sweet upfront that transitions quickly to spicy and peppery on the back palate; strong rice sizzle; lacks caramel and typical bourbon characteristics; drying finish with nutty notes; atomic fireball candy-like intensity without heavy cinnamon.
Finish
Medium length; peppery rye finish; significant warming hug in the chest; spicy and drying; buttered cornbread notes on the back end.
Overall Score
3.8 / 5
A bold, high-proof blended whiskey with a unique spicy character that stands apart from traditional bourbon, offering more complexity and heat than sweetness.
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Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
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4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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