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Pursuit Series Episode 044
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Distiller:
Finger Lakes Distilling
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Bottler:
Pursuit Spirits
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ABV:
51.05%
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Age:
7 Years
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Price:
$$$$$
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Intro:
Distilled by Finger Lakes Distilling in New York State, this episode from Pursuit Series is a single barrel bourbon and bottled at cask strength after 7 years of aging - a notable accomplishment for the relatively new craft distiller. Finger Lakes is an important component for the Pursuit Spirits gang - it's also a key ingredient in the notably successful Pursuit United bottling from the team as well.
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Nose:
Peaches, caramel, cream snd honey. The promise of dessert flavors from the description is certainly no joke, at least from first sniff.
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Taste:
Sweet, boozy, rich and dessert-y. Moderate mouthfeel, honey, caramel and a hint of apple pie. There's some youth and grain hiding in the wings, but ever just so. It's not dominant, though a touch surprising at 7 years old.
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Finish:
Long finish, peppery, buttery toffee and a hint of peaches. Faint grain, light tannin, some savory tobacco.
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Overall:
Another delightful single cask, though I've noticed Finger Lakes seemingly can't shake a touch of grain, seemingly despite the age of their distillate. Nevertheless, that component of the flavor works well with the other flavors at hand, creating a unique and inviting canvas of dessert character.
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Score:
6
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