RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Double Finished In Oak And Maple bottled at 49.95% ABV — a $79.99 expression that merits close attention.
Nose
This is a honey color with a slight dirty orange tint to it. There is certainly a note of maple throughout on this, but it is not nearly as pronounced as the nose made me think it would be. This starts off very mild with not much hitting the palate and just builds beautifully. On the mid palate I get some baking spice, oak, and brown sugar with just this subtle maple. By the finish the maple takes over the palate but fades with this lingering bit of black tea like tannin and black pepper spice.
Palate
This smells like a stack of pancakes smothered in butter and maple syrup. RD1 has certainly impressed me. While I wish their marketing was a bit clearer for the consumer, I cant deny that they know what they are doing with their finishes. While this certainly isnt something I would want to sip on all the time I look forward to having this bottle on my shelf to share with people for something delicious and just a bit different.
Finish
Bottled at 49.95% ABV. Finished in Oak and Maple Barrels. MSRP of $79.99 per 750ml bottle. 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
RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Double Finished In Oak And Maple delivers a thoroughly accomplished whiskey that justifies its $79.99 price point. It is well-crafted, balanced, and worthy of a place in any considered collection.
