Heaven Hill 7 year old Bottled in Bond

In 2018 Heaven Hill discontinued its 6 year old bottled in bond bourbon that was sold only in Kentucky but now has roared back with this widely available 7 year old. While the bottled in bond designation isn’t necessarily a quality guarantee this whiskey more than proves its merit. It’s explosive bold and buttery with warm flavors of honey-roasted peanuts caramel chocolate corn muffins licorice and cinnamon all accented by notes of savory herbs cloves white pepper tobacco and an earthy undertone. Well-integrated big oak sweetness and spice combine to create grace power and length. This is pure bourbon bliss at a very approachable price. Number 4 in the 2019 Top 20