Scotland Stephenson's Spirits Reviews

Four Roses Marriage Collection 2008 Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Review Date: July 14, 2009
Category Info: Whiskey / Whisky :: Bourbon
Distilled From: Bourbon Mash
Retail Price: $$$$$ ($50-$100)
Bottle Size: 750 ml Bottle
Brewer / Distiller: Four Roses
Age: average 12 year
Strength: 53.9%
Origin: United States - Lawrenceburg, Kentucky

Tasting Notes:

Bottle # 901 of 3,492
Rich amber color.
Creamy dried fruit, rye spice, and toasted coconut on the nose.
This is extremely fruity on the palate. For a very high proof bourbon this is deceptively soft on the palate and there is a very beautiful perfumey vanilla note through the palate.
The finish is long rich oak and full rye spice in the vein of cinnamon and heavy oak toast.
This is a beautiful bourbon. Heavy rye content is very apparent. (which is the often the style for Four Roses) Very well made.