Bird Dog Bourbon

I'm not sure I understand the hate for this. It's really low proof, a bit one-note, and isn't complex - but, it's not offensive or undrinkable like some bourbons and whiskeys I've had. Nose is really faint, almost imperceptible. If anything, it smells like generic bourbon but extremely watered down and muted - which it essentially is. Initial flavor is a touch of fall apple, slightly baked. There's cinnamon in the finish upon chewing. There is a slight minerality and peach/apricot/stone-fruit quality that reminds me of Dickel - but to a far lesser degree than most actual Dickel products. I can hold this in my mouth for maybe 5-10 seconds, before it even starts to pick up the slightest spice/burn. I dare say I even like how crisp this is. This reminds me of standard Jim Beam profile without the peanut. If it can be had for under $18, I don't think it's the worst purchase. It's currently $15 at the nearby state-controlled store. There are definitely better bottles at $20, but there are bottles at $30-$40 that are far worse. Take that as you will.

Color: So comparing this Kentucky bourbon to it’s 10 year old brother, it’s obviously and noticeably lighter. The color is an old gold in my Glencairn glass and the legs are very thin and watery. Nose: The nose possesses lemon zest and orange notes, caramel, barn hay, and a hint of car exhaust. Taste: The taste is pretty basic. Nothing worthy of writing home about. A little oaky tannins, some leftover Halloween caramels that nobody wanted, with some green grapes and grapefruit as well. Finish: The finish is dry with an almost dry white wine aftertaste. Leaving also an almost “sparkly” mouthfeel. Thoughts: This bourbon is decent. I'm glad I tried it; It won't be a favorite of mine or anything, but if you look at the brand as a whole, it kinda makes sense their bourbon won't stand out on its own because they are a brand that specializes in flavored whiskeys. Now for the most part that's not my thing, but if it's yours, these are your people! I'm afraid though Bird Dog’s entry bourbon though isn't really my thing. Sorry guys!

I used to think this was pretty good before I started trying more bourbons like Buffalo Trace, Knob Creek, Elijah Craig.. Etc., For the money, Ezra Brooks Black is far better. Bird Dog has a front-forward, vanillaish nose and front-end that kind of tapers down to the taste of Texas lake -kind of a like earthy lake water. dirty. I've noticed a lot of the cheaper bourbons wear on me this way. Not anything I'd buy again.

Extremely light color, very little age, and tastes heavily of water and smoke. Without telling me, I'd guess this is one of those legal grocery store 40 proof bourbons. Finishes actually decently, with rye spice lingering past the lower flavor profiles. I suppose it is and does taste like bourbon, but what you would buy if you wanted something different from Jim Beam but still with the lack of flavor.

Reminds me of a bourbon-flavor-infused vodka, as opposed to a true bourbon. Aging specifics are hard to find, and most likely for good reason. I can only imagine a few years of maturity incorporated into this bottle. Contrary to other reviewers, even for the cheap(er) price point, this still wouldn't make the cut. There are a number of better bottles out there for similar, or lower cost.

Love the labels but the whiskey is not great. Missing any impact in the flavor, it's very boring, and it can't even stand up to Coke that well. Maybe the aged stuff is a little better, buy I'll probably just stick to the flavored versions if I buy this brand.