Jfletchgu Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I know any good bourbon has many complex flavors, but for me it seems like there is one that always seems to dominate. For example, JD7 (I know its a Tennessee whiskey, but you get the idea) I always get green apple jolly ranchers on the nose and first taste (call me crazy, but I do). So now any time I see that bottle I immediatly think of green apple jolly ranchers. Is there a bourbon for you that has one dominate flavor that you always associate with that bottle or could describe it to someone else with one word. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDN98 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Pancakes. Not one of my favorite bourbons (but not a bad bourbon either), but the Woodford Reserved Double Oaked always reminds me of the taste of pancakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I really enjoy doing "capsule reviews" like this, picking up to 3 dominant flavors to define the unique characteristics of a bourbon or other spirits. It helps a lot as a quick reference when looking into buying a bottle of something you tried a long time ago (as opposed to writing caramel, cinnamon, oak for every single bourbon). I don't have my list here atm, but off the top of my head: Maker's Cask Strength: Fresh hazelnuts off the tree Jefferson's 21: Coconuts Weller 12: Stale black tea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeTerp Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I have a 1792 Single Barrel that I enjoy, but one word is easy there: Bananas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry in WashDC Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Old Ezra 101 7yr - mushrooms Basic BT - candy apple OGD BIB - allisrightwiththeworld 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garbanzobean Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) Stagg Jr - fudge brownie Stagg Jr (other batch) - cherry cola Four Roses Single Barrel - Buttery Graham Cracker crust dusted in baking spices but also maybe you messed up and threw in some pickling spice too, but it tastes good anyway. Yeah sue me. All three are at least one thing, if not one word. Edited August 7, 2017 by garbanzobean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbt Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) ER10 - vanilla BT - cinnamon W12 - cherry Barrell Bourbon batch 11 - peanut butter JD - bananas Edited August 7, 2017 by dcbt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richnimrod Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Any George Dickel iteration that I've ever had: Flintstone Vitamins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinjoe Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 2 hours ago, Harry in WashDC said: Old Ezra 101 7yr - mushrooms Basic BT - candy apple OGD BIB - allisrightwiththeworld Interesting description on the OE, Harry. You and Troyce both are detecting an unusual element there, but he describes it as sheetrock mud. Im sure it's the same thing, though just vocalized differently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bourbon4all Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 9 hours ago, Kane said: I really enjoy doing "capsule reviews" like this, picking up to 3 dominant flavors to define the unique characteristics of a bourbon or other spirits. It helps a lot as a quick reference when looking into buying a bottle of something you tried a long time ago (as opposed to writing caramel, cinnamon, oak for every single bourbon). I don't have my list here atm, but off the top of my head: Maker's Cask Strength: Fresh hazelnuts off the tree Jefferson's 21: Coconuts Weller 12: Stale black tea I want fresh hazelnuts off the tree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bourbon4all Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 My most used word is yummmm. But I like this and will start trying to pick one dominant comparison. I also always get dickel/flintstone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mako254 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 2 hours ago, Richnimrod said: Any George Dickel iteration that I've ever had: Flintstone Vitamins. I've heard ans read this but have never tasted it. Dickel 12 was what got me in the sour mash world. Must be a palate thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richnimrod Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Just now, Mako254 said: I've heard ans read this but have never tasted it. Dickel 12 was what got me in the sour mash world. Must be a palate thing. My belief (admittedly, based only on anecdotal information) is that it's a hereditary ability. Either you have the gene that allows you to experience Dickel this way, or you just don't understand such comments. For me, it's quite prevalent and obvious in both the nose and palate; but especially the nose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mako254 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 7 minutes ago, Richnimrod said: My belief (admittedly, based only on anecdotal information) is that it's a hereditary ability. Either you have the gene that allows you to experience Dickel this way, or you just don't understand such comments. For me, it's quite prevalent and obvious in both the nose and palate; but especially the nose. You may be right. I guess I'm lucky. I get lots of corn and some toffee w/ dickel 12. I like the 103 single barrel that I have, not sure I'd buy again at $60. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinbrink Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 13 minutes ago, Richnimrod said: My belief (admittedly, based only on anecdotal information) is that it's a hereditary ability. Either you have the gene that allows you to experience Dickel this way, or you just don't understand such comments. For me, it's quite prevalent and obvious in both the nose and palate; but especially the nose. I typically don't taste it but every once in a while, specifically after having spicy food, it is really noticeable. 5 minutes ago, Mako254 said: You may be right. I guess I'm lucky. I get lots of corn and some toffee w/ dickel 12. I like the 103 single barrel that I have, not sure I'd buy again at $60. Wow those are $40-$45 here assuming they are the 9yr. A good replacement is the Costco brand Kirkland Tennessee Straight Bourbon 7 year 103 which is pretty close in profile and $29 a liter in my neck of the woods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardsandBourbon Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I don't get it from all my various bottles, although from many of them, if I had to pick one word I guess it would be . . . caramel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry in WashDC Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 3 hours ago, smokinjoe said: Interesting description on the OE, Harry. You and Troyce both are detecting an unusual element there, but he describes it as sheetrock mud. Im sure it's the same thing, though just vocalized differently. That's a one-word description. A few months ago, over on the OE 101 7yr thread (or a BOTM for it or somewhere), I also threw in "dirt" and "leaf mold" qualified with "but in a good way". Now that I think about it, maybe I SHOULD replace "mushroom" with "leafmold". But in a good way. For some reason, I really like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinjoe Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Same with Troyce. Odd description, but doesn't find it unpleasant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 2 hours ago, Mako254 said: You may be right. I guess I'm lucky. No, the joke's on you, you are missing out on the full Dickel experience This is another example of a bourbon transforming an otherwise unpleasant flavor into an enjoyable experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clueby Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 OF1920: Chocolate covered cherries (again not one word but one thing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnbowljoe Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 With apologies to Dairy Queen, scrumpdillyishus! Cheers! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knilas Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Tasty!Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRich Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Scrumtrilescent.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jfletchgu Posted August 9, 2017 Author Share Posted August 9, 2017 Another one for me is EWBIB I get red hots cinnamon candy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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