Review #: 178
Description: Four Roses Single Barrel
Spirit: Bourbon
Background: Part of Four Roses core lineup, their single barrel line always consists of their OBSV recipe, this being their highest rye (35%) mashbill and the “V” yeast for “delicate fruit” flavors. This particular bottle came from warehouse JE and barrel 11-4A.
Distillery – Four Roses
Bottler – Four Roses
Brand – Four Roses
Selection – N/A
ABV – 50%
Age – NAS
Nose – Cherry, strong floral notes, bubble gum, toasted rye bread
Taste – Sweet cream and vanilla, cherry juice, buttery pastry
Finish – Good amount of rye, tobacco, clove, sweet nutmeg, butter
Score: 7
Would I buy a bottle? Yes
Thoughts: This whiskey is just a treat from beginning to end. I do enjoy rye, which the 35% in this recipe really causes it to come through very strongly and adds a lot of depth of flavor. From sweet to savory and oily, it’s all there. I honestly think it’s the best option on the shelf for under $50.