Revue de Bourbon Podcast

On this episode of Revue de Bourbon we revisit the infamous Van Winkle family! Last year we were able to write a blog with tasting notes (see below), this year we are coming at you LIVE from Corner Restaurant & Bar at Aloft Hotel in downtown Louisville, KY.  Bourbon enthusiast and spirit mix-master Matt Burlingame joined us for the second time on the show to share his thoughts and grievances toward people who order Pappy 23yr. with ginger beer.  Matt also serves up a new twist on an old favorite called the "Bourbon Reviver" cocktail.  Tasting notes and cocktail recipe listed below, see you on the podwaves!

 

The Bourbon Reviver –

            1.5 oz. Wild Turkey

            1 oz. Lillet Blanc

            1 oz. Fresh Lime

            1 oz. Grand Marnier

            ¾ oz. Honey Syrup

 

Tasting Notes:

Old Rip Van Winkle 10yr. – A dry initial spiciness, honey, nuttiness, lemon peel, long finish with slight corn, very good

 Van Winkle Special Reserve 12yr. – Even and smooth from start to finish, vanilla, quick finish, typical smooth wheat profile, hints of sweet earthy flowers

 Van Winkle Family Reserve 15yr. – Beautiful color and nose, rich molasses, vanilla, buttery leather, finish lingers with warm oak notes. 

 Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13yr. – Not a typical rye, fresh morning dew nose, fruity, blackberry, and dark chocolate. We enjoyed this the most, largely unnoticed amongst the Van Winkle family.

 

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