Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea Bourbon is aged aboard ships that travel to ports around the world. The constant motion of the sea and extreme weather conditions accelerate the aging process, enhancing the whiskey’s interaction with the barrel.
At best, I think the sea aging process adds a touch of salt and smoke complexity that usually doesn’t appear in bourbon, but those notes are very subdued. With all that in mind, certainly give Jefferson’s Ocean a try if you see it at a bar. However, if you’re interested in the flavor profile noted above, look for a cask strength release, as that will likely have more pronounced characteristics derived from the sea aging process.
Orange fruit flavors lead on a palate of cooked fruits, with accents of coconut, honey, cinnamon, raisin cake, and oak, followed by a pleasantly long and spicy finish.
