Infuse Spirits Broken Barrel Bourbon (Discontinued)

Tasting neat. The appearance is a deep amber. Nose is cocoa, oak, caramel, and vanilla. The nose doesn't deceive, as the taste is rich with chocolate, sherry, vanilla, and butterscotch. Cocoa and butterscotch last through the medium long finish. The heat is subdued and is quite smooth Unique, deep, complex, and a case study for what you can do with finishing. I don't know how good the base whiskey was, but nothing offensive came out. Regardless, worth a try to see what French oak and sherry casks can do to a bourbon. I personally think it's a steal for the price, especially for 95 proof, so a bonus quarter point for value. Definitely will buy another bottle

Nose of Aunt Jemima maple pancake syrup. First touch of the tongue confirms a well rounded, smooth, almost syrupy mouthfeel. Not as sweet as it indicates, but it does remind me of the taste is honey and caramel. The finish is burn free yet blank of any other flavors. Not sure of the age but seems well matured.

The barrel is prevalent. Or in this case the staves. The base whiskey is muddy with no identity but whatever infusion method they use, while they admit it’s sac religiously obtained, the result is pretty flavorful.

Very fruity nose, maple forward with hints of cedar and an oak finish. It’s a pretty hot bourbon that is sweet with strong caramel and light vanilla taste. Hints of raisins and molasses

Smooth vanilla and fig up front. Baking spice. Rich and gentle finish, especially considering the high proof.

Rec from the bartender when I asked for something spicy. Very hot, a bit of spice, lots of grain.