Four Roses Small Batch 2023 Release - 135th  Anniversary Edition

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Written By Thomas Øhrbom

Four Roses Small Batch 2023 Release - 135th  Anniversary Edition, 12 YO, 54%

The annual, magical liquid from Four Roses is here. Again a combination of bourbon that is 12 to 25 years old. Four Roses lists the following blending recipe for this release:

  • 25 YO OBSV (5%)

  • 16 YO OESV (20%)

  • 14 YO OESV (40%)

  • 12 YO OESK (35%)

The Four Roses Small Batch 2023 Release - 135th  Anniversary Edition is available to buy in Norway very soon at NOK 2200 (13804501).

Nose: Exhibits a refined and complex character, mild in nature, with distinct notes of eucalyptus and menthol.

Taste: Full-bodied, presenting a subtle perfume-like quality alongside leather, menthol, and eucalyptus, with a mild touch of oakiness.

Finish: Long, introducing a minty freshness, alongside a predominantly green essence balanced by the sweetness of corn, and a warm undercurrent of pepper and caramel.

Comment: Intricately layered.

Score 91/100

Sláinte!
Thomas

Thomas Øhrbom
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