Still Austin 5 year old Bottled in Bond Red Corn (2024 Release), 50%

Charred oak, baked orange, leather, woodsmoke, and paprika on the nose, with confectionery sweetness emerging. The palate has a smooth, creamy texture that’s laced with cinnamon, vanilla, and cooked fruit notes of cherry, apple, and pear. It mellows out nicely on the finish, with balanced spice and hints of dark chocolate and espresso adding an appealing astringency. A big whiskey without the fire making it all the more pleasant. No. 7 in our Top 20 of 2024.