A. Altschuler and Co. 12 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey

You know the magic that comes with 21% Rye mashbill MGP-aged bourbons, especially those between 10 and 15 years old. This 12-year-old beauty is no exception. Rich, complex, and smooth—this one is bound to become a favorite. 116.6 proof.

The nose is beautiful. Warm leather, fresh tobacco, salted caramel, but it also has this unique brightness of lime, green apple or pineapple candies. It’s dense and buttery, with perfumed antique oak notes and vanilla growing more prominent as it opens more in the glass. Luxurious.

The palate hits first with brown sugar sweetness, and then hits on a little tropical/green apple acidity with the addition of clove, nutmeg, and cracked pepper balancing. It quickly brings in oak and a touch of leather, but well balanced in the glass.

The finish has layered spices and cola, with wisps of salted dark chocolate and concentrated grapes with just the perfect touch of oak.