Garrison Brothers, my neighbors down the highway in Hye, Texas, just lately launched its 2022 Cowboy Bourbon, an annual launch that we have now in some way missed reviewing thus far. Drawn from 8- and 9-year outdated barrels and bottled uncut and unfiltered, it’s one of many distillery’s most prized expressions. Let’s give it a whirl.
The reddish-hued spirit is spicy and racy on the nostril, and there’s clearly heaps happening up entrance. Huge aromas of cloves and cinnamon crimson hots are complemented by a gritty barrel char and a daring stewed fruit character that hits virtually like a mulled wine. All of this comes collectively explosively on an immersive and blazingly scorching palate, notes of chocolate, cherry juice, dried raspberries, and loads of barrel char. Sharp, fruity, spicy, and woody abruptly, it’s a whiskey that appears to know no boundaries, and it by no means lets its foot off the fuel. Whereas sipping this at full energy is manageable, one shortly will get the impression that it’s not the neatest thought ought to one have plans for the next day. Certain sufficient, water’s a smart but in addition a flavorful alternative, bringing out notes of candy tea, a powerful vanilla thread, and extra fruit. These clove and char notes — laced with touches of chocolatey mocha — hit the end with much more spice, however the entire above are welcome.
All advised, it’s one in all my favourite Garrison Brothers releases thus far. Can’t wait to see 2023’s providing.
134.8 proof.
A / $250 / garrisonbros.com
Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon (2022)
$250
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