Never Say Die Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey
95 proof
just shy of 5 years in Kentucky, 6 weeks at sea, almost 1 year in UK
Bourbon
Never Say Die (distilled in Danville, Kentucky; finished in Derbyshire, England)
$65
21% rye (exact corn and malted barley percentages not stated)
Nose
Nice caramel and oak with toffee or raisin notes; subtle floral character; very traditional bourbon nose with strong Kentucky character
Palate
Nice entry across the palate with good integration; warm sweetness balanced by the 21% rye for punch; full-bodied and well-balanced across the middle
Finish
Medium to long finish carrying great flavor throughout; warm with lingering sweetness
Overall Score
4.2 / 5
A quintessential Kentucky straight bourbon with excellent age and balance that works beautifully as both a neat sipper and cocktail base.
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Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
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Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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