Bourbon Reviews: Broken Top Mountain Bourbon, Rye, 113 Proof Bourbon at 2 years of age bottled at 43.75% ABV) — a bourbon that merits close attention.
Nose
Spicy, grassy notes accompanied by caramel and butterscotch aromas. Spicy vanilla cinnamon aromas with notes of cut grass, zesty lime, and a slight hint of graham crackers. The spicy, herbaceous aromas of wild roots, molasses, and sweet fruit are rounded out nicely with lush grassy notes of fruit, brown sugar, vanilla, and a hint of creamy root beer froth. Clean, herbaceous notes of cinnamon, oak, caramel, and juicy raisins with hints of juicy pear. Score: 4/5 Tasting Notes: Broken Top Mountain Straight Rye Whiskey Vital Stats: Aged 2 years, 87.5 proof (43.75% ABV). Appearance: Russet. Nose: Spicy vanilla cinnamon aromas with notes of cut grass, zesty lime, and a slight hint of graham crackers. Palate: Vegetal notes of pine and grain rounded out by hints of lime, caramel, and luscious spicy honey flavor notes. Score: 4/5 Tasting Notes: Broken Top Mountain 113 Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey Vital Stats: Aged 2 years, 113 proof (56.5% ABV). Appearance: Tawny. Nose: The spicy, herbaceous aromas of wild roots, molasses, and sweet fruit are rounded out nicely with lush grassy notes of fruit, brown sugar, vanilla, and a hint of creamy root beer froth. Palate: Spices permeate the palate as well along with dry grassy and grainy notes of pine sawdust, woody hints of cigar smoke, molasses, and pepper. Score: 5/5 Final Thoughts: These whiskeys are distinctly different in complexity and texture, each of which have broad flavor profiles that are very well-balanced with long, savory finishes. The 113 proof is dry and woody, the bourbon is silky and spicy, and the rye is cool and smooth. Overall, these whiskeys, each in their own individual way, would make for a fitting way to cap off a late autumn hike in the mountains.
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
Bourbon Reviews: Broken Top Mountain Bourbon, Rye, 113 Proof Bourbon is a modest offering that serves its purpose without distinction. Those seeking depth or complexity may wish to look elsewhere in this price bracket.
