Painted Stave Diamond State Bourbon (Batch 2)

A coppery auburn color betrays small barrels in this case just ten gallons. The distinctive aroma of sassafras recalls rolling in a pile of autumn leaves then quickly gives way to the apparent spice of a high-rye mashbill. The earthy and spicy qualities meld nicely developing cedar box and sandalwood wrapped in the sweetness of maple syrup while the palate feels slick and buttery before a finish lingering with cinnamon and warm oatmeal cookie.