Bookers Bourbon 2022-04 Pinkies Batch 122.4 Proof

Bookers Bourbon 2022-04 Pinkies Batch

Rich with caramel, vanilla, oak, peanut brittle, cocoa, cinnamon, bit of clove and brown sugar. Thick mouthfeel with burnt brownie corners, caramel, cinnamon, nutmeg, peanut brittle, a bit of citrus. Moderately long with oak, caramel and pepper spice notes.

Another truly classic Bookers, and the streak continues with it being many years since Ive had a batch I didnt care much for. Im really encouraged to see the age creeping up, although age isnt everything. I dont have prior batches to do a true blind side-by-side with, but there were some that were a bit younger in the last couple of years I personally enjoyed better which isnt to throw shade at this batch. If you have had Bookers before and enjoyed it, this wont disappoint. Im not afraid to throw a little water at a bourbon; many benefit from at least a few drops and some more than that. Others can fall apart. Honestly, I expected to really not like Kentucky Tea with 4x water than bourbon, but it surprised me. It gives that hint of bourbon flavor, and if you make a tall glass (like 8oz water, 2 oz bourbon), I could see that being dangerous. You definitely lose the complexity and nuance, so not sure Id personally use Bookers for this recipe, but Im glad I tried it.