The Basics:

Big Escambia Spirits 

100 proof 

Single Barrel, 6-Grain 

5 Year Age Statement

$125 MSRP

Nose:

Caramel, toffee, brown sugar, Demerara sugar

Vanilla custard 

Palate:

Raisin, toasted pecans, black pepper, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon 

Oatmeal raisin cookie dough

Chai tea latte 

Finish:

Medium-long with hints of smoke, cinnamon, espresso, and dark chocolate 

Final Thoughts:

As their newest and oldest release to date, Dettling Bottled-in-Bond delivers on the flavor punch you would expect from a 100-proof whiskey. The nose is dominated by a rich vanilla cream, while the palate delivers oatmeal raisin cookie dough with hints of chai tea latte. This whiskey is one to enjoy during the fall season as the smoke and espresso notes remind you of a cold day around the fire. With a 6-grain mash bill distilled in Alabama, you won’t see anything else like it on the market. However, you will need to decide if the uniqueness of the bottle is worth the $125 price tag.