Sisterdale Distilling Co. Straight Bourbon

It's clearly corn-based spirit from MGP. It's neat to see young distilleries in Texas, especially from smaller communities. My main worry is how inexperienced these operations are, and how aggressively they are entering the market. For instance, the starting MSRP for this at my local big box store was a steep $80+ for a sourced bourbon blend aged under two years by novice master blenders. None of those details are particularly appealing. The spirit itself is quite drinkable. It has a low proof (in my opinion), revealing notes of light honeysuckle and cornbread, with a very tropical freshness and hints of caramel apple. The finish is very crisp with little lingering flavor. My conclusion is that I'm enthusiastic about these producers and they've put out a decent product. I wouldn't spend the money they're asking for it, but I'm happy they've launched. I'm more eager to see what they create in the future, like their own grain-to-glass offerings, single barrel, barrel proof options, and more mature age statements. They have a promising future, and I know they are capable of aging and blending spirits. Now, what else can they achieve as the brand develops? Show me!

I hadn't heard of this distillery before; a relative gave me the bottle as a gift. I brought it out for tasting tonight on his birthday. It has a buttery flavor profile with hints of peanut butter and caramel. Quite tasty, and I enjoy supporting companies from Texas.

The initial taste is overwhelmingly harsh. It mellows out, but the flavors never evolve. It doesn't even make a good mixer with coke.