NOSE·PALATE·FINISH
October 5, 2024

Garrison Brothers 2023 Cowboy Bourbon

Score
96
/ 100
BrandGarrison Brothers
DistilleryGarrison Brothers
ExpressionCowboy Bourbon 2023
Proof140.9
ABV70.45%
Age6 years
GlassGlencairn
Price$329

Appearance

deep mahogany, Coca Cola

Nose

an absolute sensational nose. Complex and heavy. oak char, cinnamon, mustiness, cedar shavings(like a roadhouse), bbq, raspberry, light vanilla and caramel.

Mouthfeel

This is thick, viscous and coats your mouth. Phenomenal mouth feel.

Palate

cherry, raspberry, brown sugar, dark caramel, deep stewed fruit, leather, tobacco. This is thick, viscous and coats your mouth. Phenomenal mouth feel.

Finish

mustiness, dry oak, cedar, not a whole lot of heat but enough to carry the flavors. A surprisingly fast finish and minimal Kentucky hug. Like TNT in your mouth a burst of flavor and a quicker dissipation. Drinks way too easy for a Hazmat this stuff is dangerous.

Verdict

The best example of what Texas bourbon is — big, brash, and bomb-like. Unabashedly itself, rich, and takes you on a ride over 30-40+ minutes.

char cinnamon cedar berry vanilla caramel cherry brown sugar leather tobacco