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Trader Joe's Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
90 proof NAS (4+ years estimated) Bourbon Bourbon Square Distilling Company (Barton Distillery) $14.99

Sweet caramel, light red fruit notes, raisin, cinnamon, oak, and rich tobacco with leather undertones. Not overly ethanol-forward.

Opens with nuttiness and a touch of cherry juice, transitioning to a dry, slightly bitter oak character. Sweet upfront with a drying spice in the mid-palate. Develops buttery notes with air in the glass.

Medium-length finish with a dry oak character that mellows over time. Gentle warmth and hug without being aggressive.

Overall Score
3.5 / 5
A respectable entry-level sipper at $15 with solid bourbon character and good development in the glass; best suited as an everyday pour or mixer.
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