By Richard Thomas
Score: B-
Wyoming Whiskey Nationwide Parks No. 2 Small Batch Bourbon
(Credit score: Wyoming Whiskey)
Began final yr, the Wyoming Whiskey Nationwide Parks sequence embodies the distillery’s partnership with the Nationwide Parks Basis, the official charity of the Nationwide Parks Service. Provided that they’re located out in Huge Sky Nation, it’s solely becoming that the primary two installments within the sequence are named for probably the most well-known parks on the area. The primary launch was named for Grand Teton Nationwide Park, and this present one is for the even higher recognized Yellowstone. Provided that the primary batch garnered $120,000 for the Nationwide Parks Basis, this yr’s is anticipated to do even higher.
As for what’s within the bottle, this can be a 5 yr previous small batch bourbon, bottled at 105 proof and constructed from a 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley mash.
The Bourbon
This pour took on a mid-amber look within the glass. The nostril extra seasoned than what I consider because the benchmark for bourbon, however retained a powerful connection to these staple attributes. The vanilla and sweet corn sweetness had an additional sturdy serving to of spiciness, however not within the sizzling and spicy method often meant by that. Right here, I actually do imply seasoned once I consult with spices. There’s a sturdy oak present, but additionally an expression of baking spices that lean closely on the natural. The flavour strikes all those self same notes, with the end working woody.
So, Wyoming Whiskey’s Yellowstone particular sits nicely inside the boundaries of conventional bourbon, albeit with a noteworthy twist that offers it some character.
The Value
Formally, this bottle is priced at $69.99.
