Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 23 Year Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 90 Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Sazerac Company ~ Buffalo Trace Distillery

Early aromas of caramel and cream with soft notes of oak, nuts and leather. Features a sweet taste composed of vanilla, maple and honey joined by complimentary flavors of citrus and spice. Has a long lasting oaky finish, along with many of the early flavors.

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Details

Proof: 95.6

Alcohol by volume (ABV): 47.8%

Aged: 23 years

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Retail (MSRP): $299.99

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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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