The Heaven Hill barrel proof parade doesn’t decelerate. It’s a brand new yr, so which means it’s time for a recent batch of Larceny Barrel Proof, the high-test model of this now-classic wheated bourbon.
Racy and brisk on the nostril, Larceny A123 sees quick components of recent black pepper, espresso, and a cinnamon notice — all traditional components of the Larceny Barrel Proof expertise. Water helps coax out extra character — as tends all the time to be the case with these whiskeys — making room for the sweeter caramel core to reveal itself.
The palate’s acquired a stable blast of that caramel, well-spiced right here, shifting to notes of chocolate, espresso bean and a wholesome scattering of baking spices, earlier than a wholesome notice of butterscotch comes into focus. Notes of banana with caramel sauce pair effectively with the hearty vanilla core. There’s not a lot fruit within the combine, however this whiskey doesn’t want it. I believe it’s top-of-the-line Larceny Barrel Proofs so far — although thoughts the necessity for a wholesome splash of water for the spirit to essentially present its charms.
125.8 proof.
A / $80 / heavenhill.com
Larceny Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch A123 (January 2023)
$80
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