Bardstown Discovery Series No. 11, 59.05%

Sugary sweet vanilla on the nose, as plenty of wood spice, vanilla fudge, and Werther’s caramels float from the glass. That chocolate and caramel is threaded into the palate, which has a terrific texture and is accented beautifully by cherry compote, strawberry jam, and ripe raspberries. Even more chocolate on the lengthy finish, plus a burst of cooling menthol that’s a tip-off to the proof.