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Joseph Magnus Bourbon Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 91Highly Rated Bourbon Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Jos. A. Magnus & Co.

Rich deep flavors with notes of orange citrus, dried dark fruits, and vanilla. Layered in apricot, roasted nuts, caramel, and beautiful vanilla.

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Additional Notes

Aged in white oak barrels and finished in Oloroso sherry, Pedro Ximénez sherry, and cognac casks.

Details

Proof: 100
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 50%
Aged: At least 9 years
Mash Bill: Undisclosed
Retail (MSRP): $79.99

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Reviews by the People of Joseph Magnus Bourbon

 

79 A Little Leathery and Nutty with a Cognac Tinge

Mark Pringle - A little leathery and nutty with a cognac tinge, Joseph Magnus is certainly a bourbon that will appeal to a specific taste profile. With this review of Joseph Magnus, I am combining my notes from two different reviews. The first review was during a six...Read More

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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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