I have been looking forward to getting my hands on Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata. Bottled at 118.1 proof and priced at $259. Deep copper, almost a burned copper color, it promises genuine character.
Nose
Deep copper, almost a burned copper color. We start off with a bouquet of berries, raspberry jam, tart cranberries, and even dark cherries. It evolves into some baking spices like cinnamon and walnuts. Very sweet and like a nice dessert. The high proof is unmistakable, and you find mature oak tucked away. Taste: It evolves over the tongue and takes its time to do so. Starting slowly with light honey and brown sugar or caramel, you find hints of the berry nose, with raspberry pie or crumble, before the body of the whiskey really shows up. Out of the sweet forefront of the whiskey evolves cherry wood and oak, along with cocoa and lovely tabaco notes. The finish is of a medium to long duration, but squarely with tobacco and baking spices. The sweetness is harder to find at the finish. The notes really melt together wonderfully. Whiskey Review: Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata 4 Summary This, in a lot of ways, is like Rare Perfection. There is a lot going on and it certainly wont be for every
Palate
This, in a lot of ways, is like Rare Perfection. There is a lot going on and it certainly wont be for every palate. This glass takes time to evolve, as each sip brings forward new notes and really entreats the drinker to test their palate. This will not be a drink for all consumers.rnrnThe proof is high, and at nearly 60% it will exert its will on your tongue. It also hides the sweet and savory notes well. Im a fan of complexity, and the reprieve of sweetness among the dry or hot notes really make this a pleasure to drink.
Finish
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The Bottom Line
Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata delivers the goods. It is well-made, genuinely enjoyable, and at $259. Deep copper, almost a burned copper color represents solid value for what you are getting. I would happily buy this again.
