Black Saddle 12 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a Kentucky straight bourbon that was matured for at least 12 years in charred, American oak casks before being bottled at 90 proof. As a result of this maturation process, the bourbon has a rich amber color along with an aroma of spicy nougat, creme brulee and hard candy that gives way to notes of pepper spices, toasted cinnamon, and hints of vanilla.

Notes:

• Distilled by an undisclosed Kentucky distillery
• Bottled by Frank-Lin Distillers Products in California
• Unknown mash bill
• Bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof)

Nose:  Little besides ethanol comes out of the glass before this bourbon has had a good rest.  After some air time, aromas of buttered popcorn, vanilla, and a bit of nougat emerge.

Palate:  Simple and lacking much heft or depth.  The arrival is buttery and the development is filled with vanilla, before a bit of pepper shows up on the back end.  Nothing is offensive or off putting, but it’s devoid of any real complexity.

Finish:  Slightly warming.  Spicier than the nose or palate with some light pepper, vanilla, and a touch of citrus to round things out.  Medium length.

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Spirit Type: American Bourbon Whiskey/Whisky