WhistlePig Beyond Bonded Farmstock Single Barrel (2024 Release; Barrel No. 87720), 50%

Butterscotch, crème brûlée, and apples with honey come together to create an inviting and decadent nose. With water, it becomes floral and fruity, with toasted herbs lingering in the background. The palate is more concentrated, showing toasted oak, raisins, dried apricots, and sweet mint. Like the nose, water dials up the fruits, revealing baked apples, pear tart, and orange peel. The finish is toasty and chocolaty, with good length.