This is an annual release of Whiskey Acres bourbon distilled from a mash bill of 75% corn, 15% soft winter wheat, and 10% malted barley. It is initially matured in 53-gallon new oak barrels from Kelvin Cooperage with a #3 char for a minimum 5 years. It is then finished for 3 months in maple syrup barrels from Sugar Hill Bush and Funk's Grove farms. It is bottled at cask strength, which varies by release.
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My bottle was much higher proof (116.4) which probably gave it more weight but the maple sweetness overpowers the corny/caramel flavors that are otherwise interesting. I get a barn-dusty, grainy feel that is appealing and it seems MUCH softer than the proof indicates. Its fun as a dessert dram but not sure its worth the price for a 375ml…
Meh, they used the maple cask to mask the immaturity of the juice but inflated the price as if it were a well rounded pour - hard pass and never again @ $50 for 375ml (I typically never use price point to judge but this was a boarder jumper imo)
The nose is filled with walnut skins, vanilla, salted caramel, red oak sawdust, and hints of maple. On the palate the maple shines with butterscotch and vanilla. A rich and slightly sweet finish meets a quick and forgettable finish.
On the nose I get toasted walnuts, rustic bread, vanilla and oak. It’s got a wonderful mouthfeel. It sweet in the beginning and finishes with a slow burn. I get shortbread cookie, caramel and pie spice on the taste.
Really good viscosity. Tastes thicker, which youd expect from maple syrup. Smells so good. Very happy with this one.
Nose: Maple syrup, oak Taste: maple syrup, oak
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