Jefferson's Reserve 15 Year Old, Batch No. 2, 45.1%

New charred oak is a useful cask detail, and the notes place toasted oak and caramel alongside stone fruit and vanilla custard. The long finish with barrel char gives the sweeter side some counterweight. A clear, fairly rounded set of notes.

Reviewed by OatmilkSoda

Nose

Nutty and spicy, French vanilla toast, Dry toasted oak, Caramel, Vanilla, Dried orange peel

Palate

Stone fruit, Peach cobbler, Creamy vanilla custard, Cereals and grains

Finish

Chewy caramel, Vanilla bean, A touch of barrel char