Daviess County Lightly Toasted Bourbon arrives at 94 Proof. Priced at $55, we assessed it with care.
Nose
The nose shows classic notes of green apple, caramel, spice, and oak
Palate
The wheat and oak add up nicely on the palate to produce a sort of Honey Nut Cheerios effect (capitalized because I do mean the brand-name stuff). The rye spice is muted, but discernible around the edges of a finish that more prominently features the flavors of toasted coconut macaroons. Very easy drinking. This is everything you want from a mid-shelf bourbon. There’s plenty here to enjoy and think about, but if your mind starts to wander while you sip you won’t kick yourself for downing an expensive glass inattentively. It’s sweet, but not overly so. The wheated mash bill gives this bottle a dimension that others in the same price range do not necessarily share. rnrnA serviceable sipper, I could also see this bottle as well-positioned to both perform well in classic cocktails, or even to deftly handle the sweetness of berries or oranges.
Finish
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Verdict
Daviess County Lightly Toasted Bourbon represents solid craftsmanship at $55. While it may not redefine expectations, it offers genuine quality and reliable drinking pleasure.
