New Liberty Bloody Butcher Sour Mash Straight Bourbon bottled at 47.5% ABV, mash bill: 70% Bloody Butcher corn, 27% — a $25/ 200ml bottle expression that merits close attention.
Nose
This is pale golden yellow with a deep red undertone. This whiskey opens with a pop of strawberry yogurt. The sourdough character is evident alongside notes of red fruits including maraschino cherries and pink peppercorns. On the savory side, I pick up notes of baseball mitt leather, bread crusts, and lavender soap. I just adore the nose here. This has a very mild tannic grip to the palate with rich body. There are flavors of freshly squeezed lemons, pine needles, cherry pie, and fresh bread dough. The sourness comes through on the finish as it leaves a pungent lingering note like Herbes de Provence. With water, the red fruit notes explode from the glass, with aromas of red cherries, watermelon, and roses.
Palate
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
New Liberty Bloody Butcher Sour Mash Straight Bourbon 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 $25/ 200ml bottle, one expects nothing less.
