Orphan Barrel Rhetoric Bourbon 21 Year (750ml) Belgian Strong Pale Ale fragrant earth

fragrant earth

citrus peel and white wildflowers

Delicious now

but then the persistence on the mid-palate unexpectedly drops off quickly

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva PS is absolutely impressive

Orphan Barrel Rhetoric Bourbon 21 Year (750ml) Belgian Strong Pale Ale fragrant earthFirm spice, botanicals, and dried fruit delivered on a bed of caramel. Theres a kiss of honey to marry with the resinous oak grip, with polished leather and a hint of tobacco on the finish. This whiskey does indeed show its age with the oak presence (much more than Barterhouse), but the sweet notes make a valiant effort to keep the wood influence in check. Whisky Advocate