Fox & Oden (Batch 11), 47%

This Michigan distiller’s single malt blends whiskeys aged 4 to 8 years. There’s sweetness to the nose, as peach, malt, Apple Jacks, and cedar rush in. On the palate, those notes are countered by peppery spice, heightened char, and cinnamon babka. It’s hot for a whiskey of its proof, and water doesn’t quite solve the equation, but fans of hefty spice coupled with fruit flavors may find a lot to like about this.