Taconic Double Barrel Maple Bourbon (Roc Elite Uncle March)

The nose is a great mix of chard oak and maple sweetness, but also has an excellent burst of vanilla. This comes across deliciously smooth with a hint of spice that keeps this from being too sweet. The palate is somewhat dry and starts immediately with a strong burst of baking spices backed up by charred oak. The maple finish is more subtle than dominant, balancing the fine line between two sweet and not sweet enough. Further sips tame the spice - which is what this distillery is known for - allowing for the subtle notes of maple to be more present. It stays nice and to the point with its flavor profile allowing you to simply enjoy rather than analyze. The finish is medium and slightly spicy, as charred oak turns slightly astringent and fades away.