BourbonBlog.com brings you our review below of Evan Williams Single Barrel 2004 along with a question: Do you think this release is too sweet or just right? After tasting it, tell us your thoughts under comments linked here.
Heaven Hill Distilleries annually releases what has been called “the world’s only vintage dated single barrel Bourbon.”
Pros
Within the candied notes, the sweeter pronunciations are elegant. This is somewhat “Cognac like.”
The strong dessert flavors of freshly baked pralines make make it easy to pour another glass.
Unlike some annually released more limited edition Bourbons, it has stayed a consistently a good buy around $25 a bottle.
Cons
For some enthusiasts, the 2004 Vintage could be too sweet. Some consumers may long for more barrel flavors they tasted in past releases.
Overall
This Bourbon articulates the variety of flavors in the Heaven Hill Distilleries warehouse stock.
That is part of the point of releasing vintage dated release, isn’t it?
If you prefer yours neat, it will best be served as an “after dinner” sipper by itself or with a creamy pairing like cheesecake. Used in a cocktail, this could be a good choice to brighten the flavors.
Rating
3.5 out of 5.
Good value for the price point. Add to your collection of other Evan Williams Single Barrels and compare side by side.
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Evan Williams Single Barrel 2004 Vintage Bourbon Review
Bourbon: Evan Williams Single Barrel 2004 Vintage
Distillery: Heaven Hill Distilleries
Proof: 86.6 proof, 43.3% Alcohol by Volume (ABV
Age: 9 years, 8 months
Color: Medium amber
Nose: Vanilla butter, small hint of cooperage and cinnamon sugar.
Taste: Candied carmel against pecans. Mid-palate taste is an orange marmalade note often found in Scotch. The strongest note is praline.
Finish: Dry and light nuttiness of the pecan notes, with a slight touch of barrel.
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