Jefferson's Presidential Select Bourbon is one of the last bottlings from the famed Stitzel-Weller distillery before it closed its doors. This is the same distillery that used to bring us Van Winkle bourbon, so with that type of association Jefferson's 18 is highly regarded. From everything I've read, the Jefferson's 18 uses the same recipe as Van Winkle as well... so if you can't find that elusive bottle of Pappy, try to hunt down one of these - you won't be disappointed.
Jefferson's Presidential 18 Year - Tasting Notes
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| Jefferson's Presidential Select - 18 Year |
Nose: Caramel, vanilla, spiced oak... great nose on this - very sweet. There is probably a lot more here that I am missing, but those 3 notes jumped out at me.
Palate: Silky smooth on the palate, very sweet and buttery... almost like a blackberry or blueberry jam followed by light cinnamon spice
Finish: Very light leather and oak before vanilla quickly returns and stays around for a long time.
Proof: 94 (47% ABV)
Price: ~$95
This is a great wheated bourbon that still seems to be available if you can find the right shop. It's definitely a favorite in my collection and some have even gone so far as to call it 18 year old single barrel Pappy. A really enjoyable dram for special occasions or if you'd just like to treat yo self!
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