Barrell Bourbon Batch 035

Aroma - satisfactory. My immediate impression is “this is amazing and intricate”. Likely the finest smelling Barrell Bourbon I've encountered so far. Overwhelming caramel and vanilla notes. Significant deep oak character. I'm also detecting a pleasant balance of red fruits (strawberries and raspberries) mixed with dark fruits (plums come to mind). There's also a cake-like presence. As with most BCS products, a new scent emerges with each return to the glass. It's simply fantastic. Taste - Perfectly mirrors the aroma. Astonishing complexity… The viscosity is superb… My entire palate is coated with this remarkable whiskey. Overall - Incredible. This is undeniably the best Barrell Bourbon Batch I've sampled. I considered 031 to be exceptional and regret not having that vanilla powerhouse to compare against this one. Easily rated 4.75.

Each time I sample this, I discover something new: a medley of candies and fruits, a subtle high rye character, faint cherry and mineral notes.... it continues to evolve.

First pour. Spicy, thick, coating, semi-sweet, cherry syrup, flambéed caramel, dried fruits, and baking spices. A long peppery finish.

Impressive aroma, drinks a bit hot; an ice cube would likely enhance the flavors.

Cinnamon, stone fruit, berries. Quite good. My preferred option from recent batches.

Caramel and baking spices on the aroma; the finish is quite long but lacks depth.