Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

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alc./vol:
45%

Proof:
90°

Vintage:
Non-vintage

Aged:
No age statement

Closure: Natural cork stopper

Categories: American Whiskey, Straight Bourbon whiskey

Product of: Product of United States United States

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Four Roses Small Batch is typically blended from less than 30-35 barrels, only using 4 of the 10 Four Roses recipes with 50% of each of the two mash bills (OBSK, OESK, OBSO & OESO). Small batch is between 7 and 8 years old. (17 to 18 barrels are required to satisfy the target flavour profile.)

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 09/04/2015

Appearance

Clear, golden amber.

Aroma

Nutmeg, overripe banana and spicy oak with hints of soy sauce.

Taste

Rich buttery and honeyed with popcorn, dried apples, Christmas spice, blackened fruitcake, vanilla and caramel.

Aftertaste

Honeyed woody finish with black pepper and notes reminiscent of Worcestershire Sauce.

Overall

Dry, spicy and complex.

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Owned by Kirin Holdings Company Limited

Owned by Kirin Holdings Company Limited

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UK distribution by Spirit Cartel

UK distribution by Spirit Cartel

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