Tasting Notes

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Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon

Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon. Image courtesy Hard Truth Distilling.

Country: USA

Region: Indiana

Type: Bourbon

Bottler: Distiller

ABV: 45%

Score: 94 Points

This Indiana distillery’s entry into the Bourbon category has a nose full of caramel, cocoa powder, tobacco, leather, honey, and vanilla, The taste starts off sweet, then black pepper and cinnamon spices kick in. The spices eventually fade to reveal notes of red apples, cocoa powder, and caramel notes for a very complex palate. The finish is long and dry with touches of red apples, caramel, and cocoa powder. Excellent! (April, 2024)