An American whiskey, this is a five year old spirit made from a mash of 95% corn, 4% rye, and 1% malted barley and sourced from Kentucky, but aged in used Bourbon barrels, not new oak. Finished in Cabernet casks. The restrained nose shows graham cracker, some cloves, and a red wine note, almost evoking Madeira. The expressive palate offers a big butterscotch character and mixed baking spices, tempered by notes of caramel corn, brown butter, and toasted nuts. The parts all fit together nicely, with a chewy, lightly woody finish that makes for a versatile spirit in cocktails.
