McKing Kentucky Straight Bourbon 8 Year 86 Proof (German Export, 1970s)
86 proof
8 years
Bourbon
McHenry Distilling Company (likely National Distiller)
$?
Nose
Dusty nose with grapey notes, old books, old Mercedes leather and tobacco barn aromas, butterscotch-y undertones, oak influence, aged car nostalgia.
Palate
Great mouthfeel, a little bite on the back of the palate, nice oak integration, butterscotch character.
Finish
Drying finish on the back end.
Enjoyable
A well-preserved dusty export with complex aging character and a satisfying mouthfeel that reflects its 1970s provenance.
Harsh
Forgettable
Satisfying
Impressive
Undrinkable
Substandard
Average
Noteworthy
Perfection
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