High West - American Prairie | Straight Bourbon Whiskey

NOSE:
Light and airy, delicate scents of orange peel, light caramel, and a touch of dill gently emanate from the glass. It takes a deep inhale to pull these scents out, as the nose is almost too light, resulting in a feeble introduction to the sip. While there is nothing off putting about the aromas, the lack of potency is notable and offers little to enhance the sip.

TASTE:
A welcomed bit of life is breathed into the bourbon on the palate, as spice begins developing in intensity from the start. Sweeter flavors of caramel and vanilla are complemented by more unique flavors of anise and orange zest, though they feel almost fragile in nature. Lightweight yet pleasant, the palate offers little to dislike, but little to really love either.

FINISH:
Spice crescendos in the finish, which finally gives a sense of energy you might expect from drinking a bourbon neat. Sweet notes mingle in, with apricot, vanilla, and honey accompanying the underlying spice. Straightforward and slightly more appealing than the palate, the finish is medium to long and enjoyable, ending the bourbon on a high note.