Ten Summers - 10 Year Old Bourbon
Ten whole summers rolled by as this Kentucky straight bourbon slumbered soundly, maturing for a full decade before bottling. It sure took its sweet time, but it was worth it. The result is a gloriously rich and full American whiskey, layered with mellow oak, buttery corn, and balanced rye spice. As long as a midsummer's eve, this is perfect for slow, laid-back sipping.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Buttery maple and pecan plaits, fresh popcorn, and millionaire's shortbread open the way, with buttered rye bread in tow. A touch of spice develops in time, with milk chocolate on the tail.
Palate
Rich and full with buttery layers of corn and oak, balanced by chewy rye spice. A flash of pepper is tamed by silky grilled peach and vanilla cream tangled with crystalised ginger chocolate.
Finish
Toffee, dried chilli, peppercorns, condensed milk, chocolate buttons, iced tea, seeded bread, mellow oak.
