Colonel E.H. Taylor Single Barrel Bourbon Frugal MacDoogal Private Barrel Selection, New American Oak Cask, 2021, 50%

shortwave.postcard21 Aug

There’s an appealing turn from buttery plum and oak on the nose to honey sweetness, spice and citrus on the palate. The finish is the part that catches my interest: deep and smoky, with the notes likening it to fine Scotch. That gives this Kentucky bourbon a characterful contrast, and the citrus keeps the palate description lively. I’m drawn to that meeting of sweet, spice and smoke, with the smoky finish as the strongest point.

afterglow_atlas17 Jun

The buttery plum and oak keep the nose grounded, while honey-sweet spice and citrus sound lively on the palate. The deep, smoky, Scotch-like finish adds an unexpected edge rather than leaving it as a straightforward sweet bourbon.

Honey-sweet spice and citrus appeal, though SGD 153.37 gives pause.

BrassCloud5 Feb

The finish gives this bourbon a distinct turn, with deep smoke and a Scotch-like character. That sits nicely against the honey-sweet, spicy palate with citrus, making for a pleasing contrast.