The bourbon sample used for this review was provided at no cost, courtesy of the respective company.
Barrell Craft Spirits usually bring the proof with its releases. The norm is around 120 or above, but they have released an “all-occasion” spirit.
Foundation Bourbon is a 100-proof blend of bourbons from Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and Maryland, ranging between 5 and 9 years old.
The company believes that lowering the proof will appeal to a broader audience. We shall see!
A lower proof means less heat, but on the flip side, you immediately get vanilla and caramel with a cherry note. The ethanol is non-existent on the nose.
Sipping the blend brings out cinnamon, pepper, and a bit of toast. The liquid was not thin but very smooth on the tongue. The longer I kept it in my mouth, the sweeter the taste.
The end was drawn out and chewy, with a little coffee flavor mixed with brown sugar. The burn lasted longer than expected for a 100-proof bourbon, maybe 6-8 seconds.
The company has perfected the blending process as it continues to release solid bottles. I have enjoyed all of the company’s releases to date. This release may be my favorite as I am a 90-110 proof bourbon drinker.
This whiskey receives 4/5 Barrels.
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