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High Bank Whiskey War Double Oaked Blend of Straights, 50%

Price: 65 Issue: Summer 2022 Reviewer: Julia Higgins Category: American Whiskey


Rich chocolate and (mostly) red fruit are all rolled up here, as a dollop of cocoa powder greets the nose and is swiftly overtaken by nearly ripe raspberries, raspberry cobbler, raspberry coulis, and the faintest hint of licorice. On the palate, more berries—raspberry jam, strawberry buttercream—along with a zip of lemon juice, vanilla extract, and hot cinnamon spice. More cocoa and dark chocolate on the finish, with a slight tang of tart red berries in tow. (7,000 bottles)