Very Old Barton 100 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 50% 750ml

Very Old Barton 100 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 50% 750ml

"Brilliant bourbon of the intense yet sophisticated variety." - Jim Murray

'Very Old Barton' is shaking up the bottom shelf of whiskey stores, offering an acclaimed Bourbon at a budget price. Previously known as Bottled In Bond, this is said to be the same juice with a slightly updated label, released at least four years old (historically it was closer to six). The change is likely due to the economicVery Old Barton of creating an affordable Bourbon during a whiskey boom, however it doesn't seem to have affected the quality. 'VOB' is clearly one of the last holdouts in a price bracket that rarely rouses our interest. And if you follow Jim Murray, it's nothing short of an American Whiskey bargain. Very limited stocks. 50% Alc./Vol.

Nose: Potent, with a pronounced nose tickle. Sticky caramel apple, light fruity notes of fruit punch, green banana, and tart cherry. Nice.

Palate: Thin body. A heavy tongue burn is followed by red apple skins, tannic oak, tart but dry oaky sugars, toasty corn, and cherry syrup (no longer tart). Dry, but with good balance.

Finish: Medium length. Warming, slightly sweet but muddled, with unclear flavors from the palate. A little bitterness (bitter herbs) develops, and the finish becomes more dry before fading.

With Water: Several drops of water amp up the nose tickle briefly, before adding a tinge of sweetness in the form of plain simple syrup. The palate and finish seem unchanged, aside from extra bitterness. Water optional.