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Pinhook Bourbon Empire Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by CJS Beverage Corp ~ Pinhook

Warm notes and an expansive palate with an enduring finish similar to previous releases. Vanilla bean, caramel, and walnut mix with notes of roasted coffee bean and maple delivering a smooth and complex experience.

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Details

Proof: 90
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 45%
Aged: about 8.5 years
Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 20.5% Rye, and 4.5% Malted Barley
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Ratings Key

Ratings breakdown based on a 100 point scale.

  • 90-100 Exceptional
  • 80-89 Very Good
  • 70-79 Average
  • 60-69 Below Average
  • 50-60 Drain Pour
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