A blend of bourbons aged for 6-8 years (there is no official age statement on the bottle) & bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV) using Kentucky limestone-filtered water, Bulleit uses a high rye mash bill of 68% corn, 28% rye, & 4% malted barley. Its distillates are sourced from an undisclosed distillery with early reports claiming the source is (or was) possibly Four Roses. The bourbon blend is aged in new American White Oak barrels with a #4 level char.
COLOR: Dark gold/amber
NOSE: Initially muted, but aromas emerge the longer it aerates in the glass. Uncomplex aroma profile but a pleasant one consisting of caramel, prominent baking spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, & a hint of cloves) with some rye spice & light black pepper, oak/barrel notes, citrus peel, leather, & a hint of fresh cherries in the background.
PALATE: Polar opposite of the subtle/muted nose – Very spicy with powerful ethanol. Main flavor notes are some sweetness from caramel & dark brown sugar, vanilla, & cherries followed immediately by a punch of black pepper, rye spice, & the baking spices with oak/barrel & grassy notes including some oak tannins, leather, & dried citrus peel. Sips finish dry, though hints of sweetness remain on the back palate.
MOUTHFEEL: Thin.
FINISH: Medium-short (6-7 seconds)
PRICE POINT (VA): $36.99
VALUE: Pleasant if also uncomplex sipper that will stand up well in cocktails due to its powerful, straightforward flavor profile.
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