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Booker's 2021-03 "Bardstown Batch" Review

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Expert Rating: 91Highly Rated Bourbon Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Beam Suntory, Inc. ~ James B. Beam Distilling Co. (Jim Beam)

Brown sugar and caramel aromas with a hint of charred oak. Sweet caramel character with some baking spice. Color: Our darkest and deepest amber and henna color. Taste: Deep and complex flavors of brown sugar and caramel. Aroma: Robust vanilla and caramel notes; slightly smoky. Finish: Long and full; perfect for easygoing sipping.

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Additional Notes

8% came from the 2nd floor of 9-story rackhouse H, 27% came from the 5th floor of 9-story rackhouse H, 24% came from the 6th floor of 9-story rackhouse D, 11% came from the 5th floor of 7-story rackhouse Z, 19% came from the 5th floor of 7-story rackhouse 1, 11% came from the 8th floor of 9-story rackhouse J.

Details

Proof: 125.5
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 62.75%
Aged: 6 years, 5 Months, 0 Days
Mash Bill: 77% Corn, 13% Rye, and 10% Malted Barley
Retail (MSRP): $89.99

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Ratings Key

Ratings breakdown based on a 100 point scale.

  • 90-100 Exceptional
  • 80-89 Very Good
  • 70-79 Average
  • 60-69 Below Average
  • 50-60 Drain Pour
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