Navigator Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Precision Wine Company)
86.6 proof
3 years
Bourbon
Precision Wine Company
$39.99–$50
75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley
Nose
Darker fruit with cherry notes, tobacco reminiscent of Redman chewing tobacco, banana oil, deep vanilla, and a fruity red tobacco character. The oak is prevalent and the nose doesn't reveal its young age.
Palate
Upfront sweetness with a 21% rye kick that brings spice and a slight mintiness. Heavy cinnamon notes similar to an over-cinnamoned Cinnabon. The fruitiness present on the nose is more subdued on the palate. Viscous for its proof, with a sizzle in the middle and a medium to long finish that calls you back for more.
Finish
Medium to long, lingering finish that invites additional sips. The sweetness and spice linger pleasantly.
Overall Score
4.1 / 5
A well-crafted Cabernet Sauvignon-finished bourbon that drinks above its three-year age statement and pairs nicely with fall gatherings or before-dinner sipping.
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Perfection
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