Tom's Town Pendergast's Royal Gold Bourbon

Following a sampling at Tom's Town Distillery in Kansas City, I acquired a 750 milliliter bottle for fifty dollars. I've grown quite fond of this drink. It's delicate yet vibrant, a bourbon from Indiana, supposedly aged for a minimum of eight years, though they are now producing and maturing their own spirits. The duration in port barrels imparts a pleasing floral characteristic that complements the spice. If you find yourself in the Midwest, seek this out. 85/100

Nose: faint aroma with the typical scent of burnt brown sugar. Palate: medicinal banana is the best description I can find, significant oak presence as well, slightly spicy. Finish: a little heat (hotter than 90 proof), which then fades and is followed by a mild sweetness from the extended finish. Overall, a bit disappointing, particularly for a sixty-five dollar price point.

The aroma is full of fruit. Banana bread hits me immediately. The palate is quite oaky with a sharp initial kick. The ending is so satisfying, I wanted more! This is one of my top picks ever.

Vanilla aroma and flavor. Moderately sweet A thin texture Low spice (likely due to lower alcohol content, unsure of grain bill) Overall, a pleasant discovery from the Kansas City area

Sweet and extremely smooth. The port aging helps mellow the harshness and leaves a complex and truly delicious result. It reminds me of Angel's Envy.

Light wood and Bitter It tastes very light, but you actually get hit with a bitter and astringent note as well. It was acceptable, but I don't think I would revisit it.