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A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch 2

Bourbon A. Smith Bowman

The second edition of Bowman’s cask-strength releases, this hazmat-proof release is small in volume and mighty in proof. Let’s dive in!

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Aggregated Reviews

Raided Score: 95
Drinkhacker
By Frank Dobbins
While the average mouthfeel and the uneven heat represent two forgivable drawbacks, there are innumerable noteworthy aspects of this whiskey which make it an absolute homerun.
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Raided Score: 100
The Whiskey Wash
By James Logan
This is definitely one of the best bourbons I’ve tried, and would be great to drink straight, or on the rocks.
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Raided Score: 95
Breaking Bourbon
By Eric
A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2 does a great job delivering a stream of flavors that each have their moment to shine.
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House Review

Nose:
Rich and oh so intoxicating. Opulent cherry cordial, cola, Werther’s candies, crème brûlée and Madagascar vanilla. Beyond rich.
Taste:
Layers and layers on the palate. Silky and viscous, it’s syrupy and almost chewy. Bold cherry, barrel char, tobacco, creme brulee and salted caramel. It’s proofy but not punishing, unleashing flavor after flavor.
Finish:
Long finish, cola and cherry throughout once more. Creme brulee and pungent pipe tobacco see this through a nearly eternal finish.
Overall:
Easily the best expression from Bowman I’ve ever had the opportunity to try, this is a mighty pour that’s worth the trouble to find. Incredible stuff.
Score:
95
Disclosure: The producer provided this sample to review free of charge, and without expectation of review or rating.
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