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Bourbons with a Crème Profile

These are popular bourbons or other whiskeys with a crème profile. Whiskeys with aromas, palates, or finishes that feature crème.

Penelope Bourbon Architect Series
Penelope Bourbon Architect Series

...Aroma: Sweet candied cream and floral with hints of crème brûlée. Forward Notes: Sweet vanilla and viscous cream with some...

Lost Republic Bourbon
Lost Republic Bourbon

...anana and white pepper flavors from the grain, compliment the lighter Crème Brule combination of flavors from the barrel. THE MOUTHFEEL: Smo...

Barrell Dovetail
Barrell Dovetail

...r Nose: Opens with mature aromas both sweet (canele´, panna cotta, cre`me de noyaux) and savory (walnut oil, leather). This is followed q...

J.T. Meleck American Rice Whiskey
J.T. Meleck American Rice Whiskey

...or and deep in intensity. Nose: Aroma characteristics include vanilla crème cake and white chocolate pudding. Tastings note: On the palate i...

Nelson Brothers Sherry Cask Finish
Nelson Brothers Sherry Cask Finish

..., vanilla bean. Palate: Vanilla, caramel, banana nut bread, cinnamon, crème brûlée, citrus, eucalyptus, rye spice. Finish: Christmas fruit c...

W.L. Weller Full Proof
W.L. Weller Full Proof

...caramel and toasted oak. The finish is said to be long, with notes of crème brûlée and chocolate....

Kentucky Owl Bourbon Batch 7
Kentucky Owl Bourbon Batch 7

...Nose has notes of caramel toffee, sweet char, crème brulee, cinnamon, vanilla and apple. Bright initial rich caramel...

Buffalo Chip Bloody Butcher Bourbon
Buffalo Chip Bloody Butcher Bourbon

...rloom corn with a hint of vanilla, finished with toasted pecan. Nose: Crème brûlée, black pepper, cherry, dry dark chocolate, nougat, wafer ...

Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash Whiskey
Shenk's Homestead Sour Mash Whiskey

...ARANCE: Dark amber. NOSE: Notes of burnt orange peel set against rich crème brulee. PALATE: Luxurious mouthfeel with warm baking spices and ...

Wyoming Whiskey Small Batch Bourbon
Wyoming Whiskey Small Batch Bourbon

.... PALATE: floral with brown baking spices and browned butter, vanilla crème, caramel, and a hint of cinnamon. MOUTHFEEL: light and smooth wi...

Hard Truth Indian Straight Rye Whiskey
Hard Truth Indian Straight Rye Whiskey

...gar, baking spice, dill, oak, orchard fruit, and pear blossom. TASTE: Crème brûlée, honey, vanilla, citrus, rye bread, black peppercorn, and...

Belfour Bourbon
Belfour Bourbon

...: Golden honey, light amber. Nose: Roasted nuts. Taste: Butterscotch, crème brulee. Finish: Long mellow warmth with a rich mouthfeel layered...

Four Gate Split Stave by Kelvin (Bourbon)
Four Gate Split Stave by Kelvin (Bourbon)

...Nose: Dark cocoa powder with hints of creamy crème brûlée. Taste: Oak is front and center on the tip of the tongue ...

Penelope Bourbon Barrel Strength
Penelope Bourbon Barrel Strength

...syrup, brown sugar, subtle barrel char, and hints of butterscotch and crème brûlée. Body: Sweetness transitions to notes of cinnamon, barrel...

Wyoming Whiskey Single Barrel Bourbon
Wyoming Whiskey Single Barrel Bourbon

.... PALATE: floral with brown baking spices and browned butter, vanilla crème, caramel, and a hint of cinnamon. MOUTHFEEL: light and smooth wi...

Woodinville Straight Bourbon
Woodinville Straight Bourbon

...A truly hand-crafted spirit with aromas of crème brûlée and spice cabinet, as well as notes of rich caramel, dark...

William Larue Weller (2021)
William Larue Weller (2021)

...Nose: Crème brulee. Palate: Cherry and toasted graham crackers. Finish: Long...

Four Gate Split Stave by Kelvin (Rye)
Four Gate Split Stave by Kelvin (Rye)

...ows, oak, candied citrus. Taste: The front palate is greeted by sweet crème brûlée while toasted marshmallows line the perimeter. The rear p...

Boone County Eighteen33 12 Year Single Barrel Bourbon
Boone County Eighteen33 12 Year Single Barrel Bourbon

...oma: Full caramel and brown sugar notes with carmalized wood essence (crème brulee). Hints of corn sweetness and grain. Black pepper/leather...

Pearse Lyons Reserve
Pearse Lyons Reserve

...e taste is smooth and spicy, then fades to reveal tart notes of lemon crème and molasses. A sweet nose with notes of molasses, vanilla, brow...

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