Hannah’s Wyoming Whiskey Small Batch Review
Original review written on December 14, 2019
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Good taste, great nose, but the two are not the same. I could be convinced to buy again, but if the price went up too much, I’d likely do without. But this is a very decent bourbon. I look forward to reviewing this distillery more in the future. 84/100
VITALS:
– Made in: Kirby, Wyoming, USA
– Distiller: Wyoming Whiskey Inc.
– Classification: Wyoming Straight Bourbon Whiskey; Small Batch
– Age: Minimum of 5 years*
– Bottled: October 27, 2016
– Mash Bill: Two yeast strains used, including a high yield and a proprietary yield. The propriety yield yeast is said to provide more fruit flavors.
Corn=68%; Wheated=20%; Malted Barley=12%*
– Casks: Char undisclosed
– Barrel Entry Proof: undisclosed
– ABV: 44% (88 proof)
– Price: $39.95 USD in Idaho
*For more information visit wyomingwhiskey.com
ENJOYMENT METHOD:
I enjoyed the juice neat with father and fellow Whiskey for the Ages reviewer, Brian.
Check out his review for this bourbon here!
SETTING:
Though not full of woodsy flavors, I picture this spirit being a perfect breath of fresh air in a wood-working shop, taking happy sips when you take a step back to admire how far you’ve come, and even how far you have yet to go.
Photo by Ricky Kharawala on Unsplash
NOSE:
There is a brightness on the first shallow inhales, almost like a white wine. The oak is sweet with floral and fruity notes. I can detect white pepper as a subtle spice with a pinch of ginger. As far as specific fruit, I’d say apricot and raisins. Deeper inhales coax out a simple syrup that is just shy of caramel and apple. The proof is low enough that any experienced whiskey drinker can breathe as long as deep into the dram as they’d like without fear of getting burned – a great feature for a bourbon with such a nice bouquet.
PALATE:
– Mouth Feel: Fresh and a little sinus-clearing, but pleasant.
– Balance: Blended. Not outstanding, but not awful. Average.
– Visual: Tawny in color (could be argued to be a little lighter), there are fat legs that drop slowly in the Glencairn, leaving behind a stunning crown.
– Taste: There is freshness in a slight citrusy tang that morphs to become an apricot fruit leather. Green grapes creep in second that are a little overripe. I’d say the citrus is most similar to grapefruit, but it’s overshadowed quickly by maraschino cherries that are married to a brittle hay/straw bale. The raisins from the nose sit quietly at the back of the palate.
Not much spice is here either, aside from the pinch of ginger from the nose. Aside from the freshness and brightness from a lemon-scented wood polish, there is very little oak detectable.
With a Kentucky chew, vanilla bursts through in a dark and rich variety. The chew also is the only place in this bourbon where the alcohol has any strong voice, given its low proof.
FINISH:
– Lasting Power: Long. Not an overabundance of bourbon warmth left over, but enough to feel lit from the chest to the mouth for every breath. Very nice!
– Between sips: Believe it or not, but I find marshmallows here! This seems to be the only spot where any kind of caramel shows up, but it is SO subtle. As a fruit lover, I’m not disappointed by this.
– No More: The flavors don’t change the further into the glass I get, but the warmth does continue to grow.
The empty Glencairn is a peaceful and gentle oak aroma, just enough to lull you into serenity.
WORTH THE PRICE?
Yes, but I’d be hesitant to pay $50 for it.
RATING: 84/100
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