Simply whenever you thought the world of espresso liqueurs couldn’t get any extra progressive, alongside comes Australia’s Mr Black, with two expressions completed in barrels that had various kinds of spirits. (There’s additionally been a liqueur completed in WhistlePig Rye barrels, not reviewed right here.) These all begin with Mr Black Chilly Brew Espresso Liqueur, Arabica chilly brew at coronary heart, then discover ending time of their respective spirit casks. The outcomes converse for themselves. Let’s dig in.
Each are 50 proof and can be found as a part of restricted manufacturing runs.
Mr Black Chilly Brew Espresso Liqueur – Rum Barrel Rested – Rested in Bundaberg rum barrels for 3 months. The rum is on the delicate aspect however there, imbuing that basic mocha-heavy Mr Black liqueur with notes of candy toffee and molasses, licorice, and only a contact of overripe fruit, sweetening up the usually pulled-back liqueur fairly a bit. The rest of the expertise feels pushed primarily by the espresso — nutty, with notes of coconut and, nicely, a daring espresso overtone. When you like your espresso liqueur with a wholesome pinch of sugar, this can be your new go-to. A / $40
Mr Black Chilly Brew Espresso Liqueur – Mezcal Barrel Rested – This bottling goes into Ilegal Mezcal casks for 3 months, including a smoky factor to the liqueur, one thing that doesn’t instantly appear apparent. You’ll be able to’t argue with the outcomes, although. As with the rum, the affect of the ending cask is delicate, although significantly much less so than with the rum barrel expression. Right here, the smokiness of the mezcal doesn’t actually affect the nostril, which stays fruity and boldly mocha-driven, nevertheless it influences the palate in plenty of methods. The expertise kicks off with a sweetened espresso observe, then slowly however clearly opening up the smoke vents. The smoky essence of mezcal is stronger at first; it tends to waft out of the glass shortly after pouring and getting just a little air. The liqueur is surprisingly fruity on the end — much more than the rum barrel expression — cherries and apples and raspberries, all with a lick of barbecue smoke within the combine. Unique and worthwhile. A / $55
Mr Black Chilly Brew Espresso Liqueur – Rum Barrel Rested
$40
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