This new mix from the upscale sourcing operation at 15 Stars at begins with 9- and 15-year-old Kentucky bourbons, then finishes them in three sorts of Port barrels — tawny, ruby, and white. I can’t consider any time I’ve heard of such a end, so it’s already an intriguing proposition from the beginning.
15 Stars Three Ports Bourbon Evaluate
The nostril is definitely on the market and Port-like; although it’s not overtly raisiny, the whiskey showcases tons of brown sugar, chocolate syrup, and maple — a really candy starting that opens the door to aromas of cherry preserves, plums, and purple grapes (although suppose grape soda reasonably than recent fruit). A little bit barrel char works its method into the combination given a while in glass, however this serves to mood a few of the upfront sweetness — which, to be truthful, could also be a bit a lot for some traditional bourbon followers.
The palate doesn’t stray removed from what the nostril connotes, showcasing a stronger grape character, extra cherry, plum, and at last some raisin because it lingers on the tongue. There’s nonetheless loads of sugar right here, greater than loads, the end sliding towards flambeed banana, guava, and notes of gingerbread — some spice lastly coming into play. If there was ever a whiskey to exude a fruitcake character, that is it.
I like sweeter, fruitier whiskeys (and Port wine) and even I discovered Three Ports to be pushing the envelope on that entrance. Reserve this one for after-dinner/dessert sipping, although, and I believe you’ll discover it nearly excellent. It pairs rather well with cheese, too.
105 proof.
A- / $179
15 Stars Three Ports Bourbon
USD179
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