Wild Turkey 12 Year Beyond Duplication Bourbon (1989, Japanese Export), Bourbon Cask, 1992, 50.5%

The oak has a strong presence here, from musty old oak on the nose to lingering oak in the finish. I like that it is paired with caramel and spice, while the earthy, dark-chocolate palate gives the description a different, less overtly sweet direction. That contrast makes the oak feel like part of the whole character rather than the only point of interest. The notes suggest a rich, wood-led bourbon, though the profile’s balance depends on how those darker flavours meet the caramel and spice.

Reviewed by silver.postcard

Nose

Honey and spice, Musty old oak, Caramel

Palate

Earthy, Dark chocolate, Deep and complex

Finish

Long, rich finish, Lingering oak, caramel, spice, and dark chocolate