Glows in the dark!
The Smoke Wagon Bourbon, known for its signature flavor, remains unchanged within the bottle for 2023, while its exterior boasts a fresh design. This year, the Smoke Wagon 2023 edition offers the same beloved taste profile that fans have come to adore since its initial release in the fall of 2019. Featuring delicate sweet notes followed by a rye spice finish, this bourbon is an affordable everyday choice.
The barrels used in crafting this bourbon adhere to the high rye mash bill and are stored exclusively on the top two floors of the warehouse without rotation. This unique approach takes advantage of the hotter temperatures on the upper floors during summer, facilitating greater expansion and interaction with the wood. By avoiding barrel rotation and refraining from chill filtration, the result is a remarkably rich and creamy bourbon that belies its age, devoid of harsh tannin flavors and boasting a delightful spicy and nutty finish.
Upon experiencing Smoke Wagon Bourbon 2023, your senses will be delighted by its aroma, offering hints of honey, toasted nuts, oak, and a subtle warmth. As you savor its creamy mouthfeel, you'll be greeted with initial notes of honey and caramel sweetness on the tip of your tongue, followed by the emergence of nutty nuances, oak, and a pepper spice sensation that begins at the sides of your palate. The nuttiness and oak gradually subside, making way for the dominance of rye-driven pepper spice that engulfs your entire palate. The journey concludes with a lingering creamy sweetness that envelops your taste buds, followed once again by oak and a persistent pepper spice.
It's worth noting that the Smoke Wagon Bourbon 2023 continues to maintain its high standards, as demonstrated by its previous accolades, including the prestigious 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Winner title. Additionally, for the 2023 release, a limited edition Smoke Wagon Halloween bottle featuring a glow-in-the-dark design will be available, adding an extra layer of excitement for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
