Notes

Hard to argue with last year’s winner. I always enjoy the burn of higher proof.

First time doing the “Kentucky chew” and this one lit my cheeks on fire for a minute or so 😄 smelled maple, but that didn’t come through in the taste. Overall this one didn’t have much depth imo

Belle Meade Reserve is a bold, high-rye-content bourbon ideal for those who appreciate the finer points of the distiller’s art, but equally accessible to anyone who enjoys the taste of whiskey straight from the barrel. Its strong, supple flavor distinguishes every glass—whether you serve it neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water. And where other bourbons might recede when combined with mixers, Belle Meade Reserve’s high bottling proof and mouthwatering flavor ensure that it will enliven any cocktail.

We are off and running! I look forward to this every year. There’s no better way to start December. Cheers to all!

How could I ever have described this dram as "forgettable?" An explosion of caramelly berry baked in a pie that well-deserved its crown last year. Happy Advent to All!