Willett Weited Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 8 Year
108 proof
8 years
Bourbon
Willett
$259
65% corn, 20% wheat, 15% malted barley
Nose
Floral with chocolate-covered dried fruit notes (blueberry, cranberry), cinnamon toast crunch, vanilla, and light oak. Alcohol (ethanol) is present on the nose—avoid deep inhales. Perfume counter-like waft with layered aromas.
Palate
Balanced and smooth despite high proof. Fruity upfront with dried strawberry and special K cereal notes. Spice is amazingly present for a wheated whiskey. Chocolate lingers. Cinnamon toast crunch with milk. Creamy mouthfeel with a long, warm finish and a notable Kentucky hug (burn going down).
Finish
Long finish with significant Kentucky hug and heat. Spice, chocolate, and dried fruit linger. Well-balanced proof presence without aggression.
Impressive
A beautifully crafted wheated bourbon with impressive spice complexity for its style, smooth balance at high proof, and a memorable creamy, fruity palate that delivers excellent value despite premium pricing.
Harsh
Forgettable
Satisfying
Impressive
Undrinkable
Substandard
Average
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Perfection
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