Evan Williams Black

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 51 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Sweet and sour. First restrained then blossoming up. Cider apple, even close to cider. A light floral touch (freesia). Coffee drops. Palate Thick, syrupy. Floral. Parma violet, liquorice. Somewhat austere. Oak stands fast. Nutmeg. Brazil nut. Finish Dry, oaky. Spicy outburst. Comment Reminiscent of an old calvados at first. Palate is less creamy than the nose. For those who like it spicy. Water tames spices a little though.

Dave Broom Nose Light, with orange notes. Tingling spices. Citrus oils, a dusting of cocoa. Crisp and quite lean. Young and fresh with a hint of apple. Palate A fresh dried tangerine quality. Balances relative lightness (compared to some big bastards here) with a soft gentle mid-palate and a zesty finish. Finish Long, soft, citric. Comment Not the biggest, but a versatile balanced bourbon.