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Wilderness Trail 8 Year Rye Bourbon Bottled in Bond (Batch 1-7F2-221)
100 proof 8 years Bourbon Wilderness Trail Danville, KY $86 64% corn, 24% rye, 12% malted barley
Nose

Rich fruitcake with notes of leather, oak, nuts, and butterscotch. Spice bite present. Complex with evident fruit and nutty characteristics from the high rye and malt content.

Palate

Impactful mid-palate with dry sweetness reminiscent of honeycomb cereal. Full-bodied and chewy for 100 proof. Butterscotch, fruit, and nutty flavors with barrel char and leather. Root beer candy notes. Does not overpower like sour mash processes, but has character and develops warmth.

Finish

Medium length finish with drying effect from barrel tannins. Not a long finish but a pleasant, defined conclusion. Warming effect appropriate for the proof without excessive heat.

Noteworthy
A well-executed eight-year-old bourbon that drinks easy despite its complexity, with a sophisticated balance of fruit, nuts, and butterscotch that showcases Wilderness Trail's commitment to quality over volume.
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Tasted on Episode 286 Wilderness Trail 8 Year Bourbon Review