Bardstown Bourbon Co. Origin Series Bottled In Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

Aged six years and distilled from a mash of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley. The fairly pedestrian Bourbon bouquet develops a growing sense of maturity as it unfolds with vanilla wafers, peaches and pecan pie, cola, fresh-cut American oak and a lovely oily orange zest undercurrent that follows onto the palate. Displays a relatively dry, taut elegance not often encountered in this segment. A classy side of Kentucky. 50% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 50ml sample.

Other reviews... Think of walking in a prairie meadow at a state fair, the wind curving slight hints of grain, and then an explosion of cotton candy, marshmallow, and florals. Initial earth turns to powerful notes of smoked paprika, maple, salted caramel, and fried bread. Every note is pronounced and beautiful. A strong and long finish follows with an amalgamation of everything tasted, and then cinnamon appears out of nowhere. (Kentucky only) 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com

... The corn and wheat are reportedly locally sourced in Kentucky. The nose has an impressive depth to it with notes of leather, dark honey, warm cornbread, and buttery caramels. The palate is considerably bigger than the standard bourbon with rich notes of caramelized sugar, macaroons, and dark cocktail cherry. A bit of barrel char and seasoned oak keep things from skewing too sugary. The finish is well-spiced, simmering at length with fresh cracked pepper and cinnamon. 100 proof. - drinkhacker.com