Bardstown Bourbon Discovery Series #10 arrives at 57.12% ABV, aged minimum 6 years, 750mL, SRP $139. Priced at $139.99 Light toffee, very translucent, we assessed it with care.
Palate
As someone who generally drinks whiskey at cask strength, I found this so hot and complex that it quite frankly needed a touch of water to be an enjoyable sipper, and even to get the full flavor out of it. Im impressed by the depth of flavor that this whiskey has to offer, and quite frankly found it delicious.
Finish
Honeyed start, but also a lot of spicy heat. Soft chocolate and nut notes come in after the heat burns off a bit. Strong cherry flavors carry through into a long finish. Very soft texture. Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Verdict
Bardstown Bourbon Discovery Series #10 is an exceptional expression that stands among the finest in its category. It rewards patience and attention in equal measure, and we recommend it without reservation — though at $139.99 Light toffee, very translucent, one expects nothing less.
