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Finally snagged a bottle of Utopias! Since it was a $300 investment, I really want to make sure I do the experience justice. For those who have had it, what’s the best way to serve it? Looking for tips on temperature, glassware, and any pro-tips for savoring it.

WhistlePig’s The Boss Hog: the bottle is finally empty. At 67.3% ABV and aged for 12 ¾ years, it is a powerhouse experience.

Nose: The high alcohol content is quite aggressive, but by the second sip a beautiful bouquet of mint, cinnamon, and bright citrus emerges. After letting it breathe, the profile became much more refined, and adding a drop of water really allowed the spices to open up and dominate the aroma.

Taste : The first hit on the palate is a burst of cinnamon, followed closely by a refreshing orange mint medley. For a whiskey at 67.3% ABV, it is shockingly easy drinking. On the second sip, the 12 years in the barrel finally show through with distinct woody notes, though it definitely requires a splash of water to unlock a spicier, more complex character.

Finish: The finish is surprisingly short and somewhat underwhelming for a premium barrel proof rye. While it leaves behind a pleasant, cooling menthol sensation, the overall experience is good just not worth $600. 

Purchased this humidor about a year ago, the fan runs for a few minutes and stops. Had one had any experience with this brand?

• Tasting Notes
  • Nose: Dominant notes of apple pie, toffee, and warm vanilla, with a hint of mint.
  • Palate: A lush entry of caramel apple and pear tart. The rye spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper)
  • Finish: Long and warming. Flavors of dried citrus, oaky fruit, and a light tannic grip like a well-aged wine
• What's in the bottle
• 60% Rye Whiskey: Sourced from MGP (2018 vintage), aged in new charred oak.
• 30% XO Calvados: An apple brandy aged roughly 30 years, providing a rich fruit foundation.
• 10% Vintage Armagnac: A rare mix of vintages from 1928, 1941, 1962, 1973, and 1996
• Really liked it.

This was Sunday evening... Saint Cloud 7 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey

Tasting Notes & Profile

Nose: Heavy notes of vanilla, caramel, and cinnamon.

Palate: Viscous, flavors of orange creamsicle, Hot cinnamon & pepper

Finish: long and warm, with lingering notes of dark chocolate, peppery oak

Bottle: luxury markup & nice bottle design

The Palate reminded me of Noah's Mill