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Official PCF Whisk(e)y Thread (61 Viewers)

Whistle pig “cask strength” straight with an ice cube is leaded paulsons.
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I would happily swap samples with you . . . here is my offer in return:

Tonight's review is Lot 40 100% Rye Whisky, Cask Strength, from the 2018 Northern Border Collection. This year's version is only 11 years old, as they did not have sufficient quantities of the 12 YO to make enough to satisfy demand. Next year will be back to a 12 year age statement, so this year's bottling is somewhat unique. It is also bottled at 58% abv, and leaves incredibly thin tears within my glencairn.

There is cinnamon on the nose, but hints of caramel and mint (?), as well. Rye bread bitterness underpins those aromas, along with black pepper and cloves. Everything seems a little crisper on the nose . . . more defined almost. There is an oaky quality, as well, that is subtle. It's as if these aromas are all waiting their turn for the taster to find them.

The first sip is a blast of sweet caramel and spicy pepper notes, that set the tone immediately. This is not last year's Lot 40 CS. This one wants you to know it is a high test whisky from the outset. After the initial wave subsides, your palate is met by a warming cinnamon tide that brings cloves and dill to the back of the tongue. A taste of vanilla washes back, and the next wave brings some oak char, a touch of dark fruit and a warm glow in the chest. The finish is of medium length and dry, a perfect table-setter for your next sip.

Water turns the caramel notes into a smooth butterscotch. Rye's bitter airs disappear, leaving the pepper scent a tannic leathery aroma. On the palate, water brings the cinnamon to the forefront, quickly supplanting the butterscotch's buttery smoothness with a tingly heat. Vanilla is a little bitter in aspect with water. A drawn breath finally reveals that touch of mint noted on the nose, presenting a cool burn on the tongue.

This year's version, also aged in Virgin Oak barrels, is another standout whisky from Dr. Don Livermore. I think this is a more lively bottling than last year's 12 YO offering, but I think it would be an enjoyable evening of sipping to try and determine which I prefer.

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ChaosRock said:
What did you think of that bottle Craig? Likely a lot more intense than the Mirador, right? Worth looking out for it?
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It was much more intense - It was my go round with a port cask finish, so I found it very unique and I really enjoyed the finish. I'll be honest though when I say I have nothing to compare it too - but I would gladly drink it again.
 
CraigT78 said:
It was much more intense - It was my go round with a port cask finish, so I found it very unique and I really enjoyed the finish. I'll be honest though when I say I have nothing to compare it too - but I would gladly drink it again.
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It makes total sense and that's exactly what I would expect of that bottle. :tup:

Among Balcones line up, the Mirador is the subtler by a long shot, due its maturation is refill whiskey casks. As we discussed, Texas whiskey tend to be, for the most part, intense and bold. Wonder why? LOL!!!!

Good stuff man, thanks! And see you soon.
 

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