Watershed Straight Bourbon Bottled-In-Bond - Review

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Watershed Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Bottle 002605

Bottled-In-Bond

Aged 4 Years

Watershed Distillery - Columbus, Ohio

Non-Chill Filtered

100 Proof

Mash Bill: Undisclosed

Retail Price: $50

Poured Neat in a Glencairn

Color: Gold / Light Amber

Nose: Leather, Earth, Vanilla and Toasted Oak

Palate: Corn Bread, Poppy Seeds, Slight Rye Spice and Toasted Nuts

Finish: Short to Medium Linger with a sweet coating

Overall: This was one of those sippers where the nose and the flavors all came together in perfect harmony. It started and ended extremely easy to sip and was quite enjoyable. Being a Bottled-In-Bond expression, I knew this would have a certain level of quality before trying and that criteria was certainly met. In the $50 range, this is a BiB that should be on the radar and worth checking out.

I'd like to thank the folks at Watershed Distillery for providing this bottle, part of an incredible presentation, I might add. I love trying everything and anything and take much pride in providing my honest review.

Library Rating: 8.2 / 10

Watershed Blended Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels - Review

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Watershed Blended Bourbon - Bottle 00053

Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels

Aged 4 Years

Watershed Distillery - Columbus, Ohio and Indiana

Non-Chill Filtered

90 Proof

Mash Bill: Undisclosed

Retail Price: $40

Poured Neat in a Glencairn

Color: Light Amber

Nose: Yeast Rolls, Corn, Cider and Apple Moonshine

Palate: Sweet Corn that moves straight into an Apple Flambé, Cinnamon and Vanilla

Finish: Light linger with a warm coating

Overall: So, this was a very unique experience. I didn't know what to expect when I dove into this bottle. It is a blend of Watershed's 4 year bourbon, their 6 year Apple Brandy Finished Bourbon and a sourced bourbon distilled in Indiana. The result? A truly unique blend that took me on a ride in the kitchen. I enjoyed the way the flavors came together and although only 90 Proof, there was a bit of heat which was very welcoming. The best way for me to describe this offering is an exquisite cinnamon apple Flambé. A well put together blend that isn't overpowering or too sweet.

I'd like to thank the folks at Watershed Distillery for providing this bottle, part of an incredible presentation, I might add. I love trying everything and anything and take much pride in providing my honest review.

Library Rating: 7.9 / 10

S.N. Pike's Magnolia Wheated Bourbon - Review

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S.N. Pike's Magnolia

Special Quality Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

Aged 3 Years

Noble Cut Distillery - Gahanna, Ohio

Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana

94 Proof

Mash Bill: 51% Corn, 45% Wheat, 4% Malted Barley

Retail Price: $50

Poured Neat in a Glencairn

Color: Gold

Nose: Sweet toasted corn resembling Frosted Flakes cereal. Slight touch of Ethanol and some light floral notes.

Palate: Sweet cream and vanilla on the front end. leads to a slight cinnamon spice with a bit of citrus.

Finish: Medium linger with a warm sweet coating.

Overall: Many thanks to Ed Carey for gracing the Library with this bottle. As a big Wheated Bourbon and MGP fan, this one spoke to me before I popped the cork. Another brand of the past that is bringing back the history, S.N. Pike's Magnolia has roots back to 1849 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The overall experience with this pour exceeded my expectations after seeing the Age Statement of 3 Years on the label. It drinks slightly older and has that delectable sweetness from the wheat that I am truly a sucker for. This is one to try if you are a fan of the wheat grain.

Library Rating: 8.1 / 10