Bower Hill Barrel Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Bower Hill Barrel Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a small-batch bourbon that pays homage to the 1794 Battle of Bower Hill, a pivotal event during the Whiskey Rebellion. Produced by Bower Hill Whiskey, a non-distilling producer, this expression is distilled and aged in Louisville, Kentucky, and bottled in Ohio

 Production Details

• Mash Bill: High-rye composition, typically around 70% corn, 28% rye, and 2% malted barley.
• Aging: Aged for a minimum of 4 years in #3 char new American oak barrels.
• ABV: 43% (86 proof).

Aroma & 👅 Flavor Profile

• Appearance: Bright golden amber.
• Nose: Dominant notes of oak and vanilla, complemented by smoky caramel and hints of pear and apple.
• Palate: Intense tannins with flavors of dried fruit, tobacco leaf, and a touch of citrus.
• Finish: Long and clean, with a peppery spice that lingers.

Critical Reception

Reviews for Bower Hill Barrel Reserve are mixed:

• The Whiskey Wash: Scored 2.5/5, noting a light mouthfeel and minimal richness, suggesting it might serve better in cocktails like a Bloody Mary.
• The Whisky Knights: Also rated it 2.5/5, describing it as thin with a short, slightly bitter finish, and recommending other bourbons in a similar price range for better complexity.
• Bourbon Paddy: Found it reminiscent of a single barrel Heaven Hill bourbon, appreciating its citrus and toffee notes but questioning its value compared to other offerings.