A. H. Hirsch 1974 16 Year Reserve Straight Bourbon

Brown sugar, spices, and root beer noted in the blue wax bottle. Nose: Caramel, Luxardo Cherries, Cinnamon, Blood Oranges, Honey, Vanilla, Maple Syrup, Cherry Cola, Root Beer, Nutmeg Palate: Cloves, Vanilla, Creme Brûlée, Lavender, Demarara Sugar, Peach Flambee, Caramel, Almonds, Hazlenuts, Tobacco, Leather, Root Beer Finish: Vanilla, Marshmallows, Almond Joy Bars, Mound Bars, Cashews, Brown Sugar, Cloves, Root Beer Float, Cola

Oaky, sweet, vanilla. Quite intricate. I had this on a cruise, and the bartender included it as part of a Pappy Van Winkle tasting. Unfortunately, I didn't take detailed notes, so this is based on recollection. Definitely seek this out if you can find it!

I don't have a clear memory, but I do recall loving the woody, funky character of this spirit. While I can't confirm if it lives up to its reputation, it's undeniably tasty.

The finest bourbon I've ever experienced... nose - vanilla, oak, cinnamon, subtle floral notes Taste - vanilla, toffee, mint, cinnamon

I'm not particularly fond of sour mash. Notes of tar and baking spices are immediate. A lasting, mild flavor of sawdust.

Menthol cigarette, buttercream, vanilla extract. Earthy notes, old-fashioned orange, lower proof. Cedar, rye.