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Barrell Cask Strength Blend of Straights (Batch 037), 55.69%

Price: 85 Issue: Winter 2025 Reviewer: Julia Higgins Category: Bourbon/Tennessee Whiskey

The nose opens up to luxurious notes of Rolo candy, a tantalizing hint of cherry, baking spice, and sweet orange. On the palate, it holds its proof well, with a velvety texture leading into flavors of dark chocolate, rasp- berry jam, raisins, a lick of anise, and more baking spice. The finish is a warm hug, with spice, bright citrus, and more deep, dark chocolate lingering on.