There is a lot to like about Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre 2023 on paper. At 50.5% ABV); $349/750ml and $349, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Palate
Sultry port wine flits past in a blink of an eye as the Texas whiskey flavor goes to town. Tannic red-velvet cake wraps the tongue as fresh rye bread floats over it. On the finish, funky Rhum Agricole, corn, and vanilla crest a hearty goodbye.
Finish
Do you like Texas bourbon? You cant do any better than this. Classy yet burly, elegant yet able to lasso a cow, refined but not apologizing for anything, this is the clearly the cream of the crop from Garrison Bros. The 50.5% is smooth as silk and the finish is to die for. That said, Texas bourbon is not for everyone. Try out some of the less expensive expressions before you invest in this beauty.
The Bottom Line
Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre 2023 is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it at $349, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
