Distilled by MGP and blended / bottled by Aaron Chepenik at Nevada Distilling Company, Smoke Wagon's bourbon has recently reached quite a bit of hobbyist acclaim. This is their small batch release, bottled at 46.25% ABV and sold in various markets in the USA.
Honestly, not only is this complex, delicious and well blended, it performs incredibly well, and provides a rich, desserty profile that's unreal for a bourbon this age. Put down the EH Taylor Small batch and pick this up instead.
All things considered, Smoke Wagon Straight Bourbon is worth a purchase to try it out. Whether or not you purchase it a second time will come down to your own personal preference.
I was initially enchanted with Smoke Wagon and its outsized expressions of traditional bourbon notes; but the luster faded over time, ultimately leaving my impression of the bourbon as one which was merely acceptably approachable.
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House Review
Nose:
Spicy cinnamon, nutmeg, praline, brown sugar and a bit of spice. Lovely and complex, with just a hint of youth peeking out. Rich and complex on the nose.
Taste:
Sweet on the palate. A bit of youth, but nothing much. Melon, honey, cinnamon and nutmeg. On the savory, sweet side of bourbon, leaning heavy into brown sugar and brown butter.
Finish:
Long finish. Rich honey, cinnamon, praline and nutmeg. Spicy, savory, sweet and rich on the dessert notes.
Overall:
Honestly, not only is this complex, delicious and well blended, it performs incredibly well, and provides a rich, desserty profile that's unreal for a bourbon this age. Put down the EH Taylor Small batch and pick this up instead.
Score:
85
By t8ke
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