EAGLE RARE 17 YEAR OLD 2019 KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY

Detailed DescriptionLast year’s release went back to Eagle Rare’s roots with a proof change from the previous 90 proof back to 101 proof, in tribute to the original strength used when the brand was launched in 1974. The proof remains at 101 this year and will continue forward. The 2018 edition was awarded 92 points at the Ultimate Spirits Competition. This year’s release was distilled in the Spring of 2002 and has been spending its time aging on the first floor of Warehouse P. This bourbon tastes of cocoa, caramel, and oak.Eagle Rare 17 Year Old 2019 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Tasting NotesNose: The fragrant aroma has almost a wine-like character with hints of almond, cigar boxes and cinnamon.Palate: The delicate and dry mid-palate tastes of leather, vanilla and tobacco.Finish: This bourbon lingers, finishing with hint of leather and toffee.Distillery InformationBuffalo Trace Distillery is a distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, that is owned by the Sazerac Company. It has historically been known by several names, including the George T. Stagg Distillery and the Old Fire Copper Distillery.