The Traditionalist Classic Straight Bourbon Review
Accolades: Gold at 2024 American Craft Spirits Association (Gold is highest!)
Distilled in Spring Valley, Minnesota at Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery
Mashbill: 65% Corn, 19% Rye, 16% toasted oat malt
The corn is estate-grown
Length of fermentation: 7 days
Barrel manufacturer:Kelvin Cooperage
Barrel size: 25 Gallon & 53 Gallon
Barrel char: No. 3
Approximate age: Blend of 29 month and 38 month
Still manufacturer: Affordable Distilling Equipment (ADE)
Type of still: Pot with a copper helmet and an offset 4 plate whiskey column
Proof coming off the still:150
Barrel entry proof: 110
Bottling proof: 90
Nose 👃: Cinnamon. Nutmeg. Buttercream frosting. Oatmeal raisin cookie. Unsweetened cocoa powder. Barrel char.
Palate 👅: Buttercream frosting. Nougat. Toffee. Oatmeal raisin cookie. Sweet tobacco. Orange zest. Oily mouthfeel.
Finish 🏁: Toffee. Cinnamon. Leather. Maple syrup. Coffee. Long in length.
If you’re looking to experience something of quality from a distillery I’m certain you’ve not yet tried… or even know existed… this is a fantastic choice.
The toasted oats component makes for a unique bourbon that clearly differentiates itself from other whiskey you’ve tried before.
I’m definitely curious about other expressions for The Traditionalist.
