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Bourbon Review: Backbone Bourbon The Forge
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Bourbon Review: Backbone Bourbon The Forge

8 /10
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Type: Bourbon
ABV: 55% ABV)
Price: $89.99

Bourbon Review is a Bourbon whisky. ABV: 55% ABV). Our expert rating is 8/10.

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Tasting Notes

Nose

Sweet notes of honey and cream soda appear before the bourbon notes of ginger and oak take root. Somehow eucalyptus finds its way into the mix.

Palate

as well as offer a smoother experience. I’m glad to see that Backbone Bourbon Company keeps adding to their arsenal expressions that have built upon their prior experiments, keeping in the long tradition of blenders saying “This is great! But what if we can make it BETTER?” We review Backbone Bourbon The Forge, a blended bourbon whiskey put together from several types of Indiana distilled whiskey. (image via Backbone Bourbon) Tasting Notes: Backbone Bourbon The Forge Vital Stats: A blend of 5-7 year straight bourbon, 8 year rye, and 14-year-old light whiskey. 110 proof (55% ABV). $89.99/750ml (variable dependent on state). Appearance: Pale orange with amber hues. Nose: Sweet notes of honey and cream soda appear before the bourbon notes of ginger and oak take root. Somehow eucalyptus finds

Finish

Comments: Latest On The Whiskey Wash A blend of 5-7 year straight bourbon, 8 year rye, and 14-year-old light whiskey. 110 proof (55% ABV)

Expert Review

8/10

Backbone Bourbon The Forge presents a well-crafted Bourbon that rewards careful attention. An accomplished expression worthy of serious consideration.

Joe Whitfield
Joe Whitfield Editor-in-Chief
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