Dustin Gandoff
The Bold Fusion: Exploring Borrowed Page American Whiskey Volume #1
Sip back and relax, whiskey enthusiasts, because the world of rye-takes-whiskey-to-new-heights/” title=”Bulleit's 12-Year-Old Rye Takes Whiskey to New Heights”>bourbon-released-by-buffalo-trace-distillery/” title=”Rare Double Eagle Bourbon Released by Buffalo Trace Distillery”>American whiskey just got a little more intriguing with the release of Borrowed Page American Whiskey Volume #1. This limited-release series is not your grandpappy’s hooch; it’s the liquid embodiment of collaboration and creativity in a glass, and I’m here to give you the lowdown on this bold new blend.
The Aromatic Adventure Begins
Nose: A Whiff of Whiskey Wonders
Let’s start with the nose, where the first act of our olfactory journey unfolds. Picture this: a stroll through an autumnal orchard, where the air is perfumed with the warm embrace of cinnamon bark, the zesty tickle of orange peel, and a flirtation of faint berries. It’s like Thanksgiving came early, and everyone’s invited to the table where sweet syrup lingers, and the aromas playfully muddle together, prepping your palate for the main event.
A Palate Packed with Personality
Palate: A Tantalizing Tapestry of Tastes
Ready your taste buds for a rollercoaster ride with peaks of rye spice and valleys of sweet syrup. Envision unwrapping a piece of maple candy only to discover it has a secret peppercorn spice blend core. Imagine leather bound books, and tobacco leaf aromatics drifting through the air as you take a bite off a dry cinnamon stick. This concoction is a spice-forward powerhouse, determined to make its presence known and leave a lasting impression.
The Finale That Lingers With a Spice-Filled Embrace
Finish: The Lingering Echo of Elegance
As all good things must come to an end, so does our flavorful frolic—but not without a memorable goodbye. The finish is where the Borrowed Page experience culminates, with a reminder of the journey you’ve just been on: syrup-soaked oak, more of that rich rye spice, and a curtain call of dry cinnamon. The leather makes a comeback, followed by a dry heat that lingers on your lips and the back of your throat, bidding you a spicy adieu.
Championing the American Whiskey Collaboration
Borrowed Page American Whiskey Volume #1, crafted by the innovative folks at American Mash & Grain, is a gleaming example of the American Whiskey Collaboration. With over 700 bottles conjured up, this potion is a mighty mix of three types of whiskey from a quartet of distilleries, each adding their own special verse to this liquid poem.
When it comes to such ambitious blends, American Mash & Grain says they aim to “expand the profile of the American Craft Whiskey Movement.” Each volume of Borrowed Page is a poetic testament to the ever-evolving narrative of American craft distilleries, each going beyond the grain to redefine the category.
The Craft Distillery Blend: A Symphony of Styles
What sets Borrowed Page apart is the harmonious blend of various whiskey styles—bourbon, rye, you name it—united in a single, expressive bottle. It’s not merely a mingling of like-minded spirits; it’s a medley of diverse and distinguished characters, each contributing a unique note to this spice-forward symphony. And while the dance of cinnamon notes takes center stage, there’s an entire troupe of flavors waiting in the wings.
A Journey Through Taste: The Borrowed Page Experience
As we reflect on our whiskey-wrought escapade, it’s clear that Borrowed Page Volume #1 is a complex creature, layered with potential and brimming with boldness. It steps out of the shadows with its spice-forward strut, but sometimes, it might trip over its own laces, becoming a bit too dry or heavy on the cinnamon. However, its ambition is its charm, and its complexity, its calling card.
The true beauty of this blend lies in its willingness to dare, to dance with different distilleries, and to blend what some might say should not be blended. As we eagerly anticipate what Volume #2 has in store, let us raise a glass to the collaborative spirit and crafty creativity of American Mash & Grain and their Borrowed Page series—where coloring outside the lines is not only allowed but celebrated with a toast!
So, dear readers, if you’re feeling adventurous and fancy yourself a bottle of this craft collaboration sensation, you can snag your very own bottle of Borrowed Page American Whiskey Volume #1 at Frootbat, and embark on your own tasting journey. Who knows? You might just write the next chapter in your whiskey-tasting travels with this evocative elixir!
Classification: Whiskey
Company: American Mash & Grain
Distillery: Sourced from Watershed Distillery, Wigle Whiskey, Spirits of French Lick, and Whiskey Del Bac
Release Date: July 2022
Proof: 116.88
Age: NAS (Aged at least 4 years based on TTB regulations)
Mashbill: Blend of 4 mashbills:
-34% Watershed Distillery Straight Bourbon: 72% Corn, 21% Rye, 7% Malted Barley
-32% Wigle Whiskey Pennsylvania Straight Rye: 70% Rye, 17% Wheat, 13% Malted Barley
-24% Spirits of French Lick Lee Sinclair Bourbon: 60% Corn, 17% Wheat, 13% Oats, 10% Malted Barley
-10% Whiskey Del Bac Mesquite Smoked Single Malt: Blend of 25% Mesquite Smoked Single Malt and 75% Classic Single Malt
Color: Bronze
MSRP: $75 (2022)
I absolutely loved the Borrowed Page Whiskey Vol. 1 review! The Spicy American Blend of this American whiskey really impressed me.