Burnt Bridges Blended Whiskey takes the deliciousness of Burnt Ends and dials it right up to 10! This limited release expression carries a 10 year old age statement, and has been made with a 50:50 blend of Tennessee bourbon and sherry cask-finished peated single malt Scotch whisky, resulting in a huge, powerful flavour profile. The inspiration from the USA's barbeque joints is on full display here, with meaty, smoky, spicy notes complemented by hints of sweetness, now with additional depth and richness imparted by the well-aged whiskies at its heart.
Barrel char, smoky bacon, a little maple syrup, savoury malt, tobacco, leading into a hint of brown butter.
Toasted sugar and vanilla, moving into spicy cassia and oak, honey roast peanuts, meaty notes developing throughout (brisket, ham, and sausages), then more demerara sugar.
A long, smoky finish with a touch of ash, and barbeque sauce sweetness lingering.
It's like Burnt Ends, but way, way bigger!
I honestly think you don't get the bbq sauce aftertaste of the original Burmt Ends, but WOW, this is a gorgeous drink. Imagine the best bourbon coupled with quality aged whisky... that is exactly what you get. Will definitely buy more. No faff, or pretentiousness, just a really good drink.
This deserves an award. Hugely rich and cohesive with it.
