Corsair Oatrage

It carries an aroma reminiscent of a hotel room, muted and stuffy, needing ventilation. This scent is distinctive. A subtle sourness is present, also like a hotel, but with an overlay of mesquite, as if a hotel room had spicy food microwaved in it and then wasn't aired out. The scent of oatmeal is quite apparent. The taste is peculiar, with spicy cinnamon and abundant smoke interacting with this unusual oatmeal flavor. It's quite perplexing. There's a significant alcohol presence, yet the richness of the paper-like oatmeal and the spicy elements provide a counterbalance. While it lacks strong malted barley notes, some vanilla holds its own. A smooth chocolatey undertone blends with everything, akin to a trombone solo in a hidden jazz club. A smoky essence lingers, but with another sip, pleasant cherry and pumpernickel notes emerge. Its complexity is jazzy and unconventional; it's not bad, but it doesn't offer the usual comforting complexity. It provokes thought and contemplation. This is potentially the most intriguing whiskey ever sampled. Kudos to Corsair for crafting such a distinctive spirit. I appreciate it as a novelty, but I'm uncertain if I enjoy it intrinsically. The creaminess is appreciated, but it has the artificial taste of paper-based cream marketed to the less affluent. It could be seen as an artistic shift from the 1920s to the 1930s, symbolizing the naive folly of humanity. The complexity is remarkable, and the flavors are well-integrated. As I'm not a fervent jazz enthusiast, it leaves me somewhat bewildered. Nevertheless, I commend its distinctiveness and skillful execution, warranting high marks. For the first time, I'll classify this as a sipper worthy of deep consideration. A somewhat baffling tobacco note is present, which I'm struggling to comprehend. This is a masterpiece, though perhaps not an everyday indulgence. It might benefit from a slightly lower alcohol content to allow the other flavors to fully express themselves. Honestly, this drink has left me stumped. I can't articulate why, but I feel compelled to continue exploring it. That underlying creamy sweetness is an alluring flavor that encourages me to remain open to the other tastes that challenge my perceptions of whiskey. The overall balance pushes the limits of my expectations for what is acceptable. It's a remarkable achievement. While I still don't find it entirely pleasurable to drink, I certainly admire its subtlety. Fleeting notes of chai mingle with other spices like cinnamon and a touch of cardamom or perhaps coriander. The richness is superb. Coffee notes are certainly present alongside the chocolate.

Nose: malted grain, lemon zest, oats, light cream, brown sugar, apple, cherry. Taste: subtle coffee, cinnamon, brown sugar, maraschino cherries, red apple. A dry sensation in the mouth and on the finish. Adding water releases more of the actual oat characteristics, introduces some oak, and enhances the maltiness. Quite surprised by the strong bourbon-like flavor. Certainly suitable for sweeter mixed drinks.

I have a fondness for stout beer, which extends to this whiskey. Immediate notes of chocolate, oatmeal, and espresso are present. However, this is followed by a dry, oaky, and young taste. It's delicious, but I find myself taking frequent sips to re-experience the initial flavors. The taste doesn't justify the high cost, but its uniqueness and the evident care in its production do.

It's like breakfast in a bottle, with maple syrup on oatmeal and a coffee finish. This is a distinctive whiskey I truly enjoy. I purchased my initial two bottles years ago directly from the distillery. I was informed in 2019 that it was discontinued, but I was pleased to find it on the shelves of my local stores in 2021.

Worth trying! Nose is fresh. Perhaps the lemon others have mentioned. Oat is noticeable on the palate. Mouthfeel is dry. Adding a few drops of water altered the feel and revealed some new flavors. Finish is pleasing.

It tastes young. The balance is decent. A strong roasted malt character provides a distinct coffee and Guinness-like flavor! It was the best of the spirits sampled at the Brewstillery in Nashville. Enjoying it with their Kolsch created a perfect beer and a shot combination!!!