Olivia Taylor
Lost Lantern 2023 Single Cask No.11 Balcones Distillery Review
Nose
Lost Lantern 2023 Single Cask No.11 Balcones Distillery has an inviting nose of malt, pale ale, ginger beer, fresh baked bread, and mild spiced oak.
Palate
The palate is gloriously complex with milk chocolate, graham cracker, marshmallow, and honey all competing for attention.
Finish
On the finish, there is a rising heat complimented by pepper, green tea, mild peatiness, and a lingering peatiness aftertaste.
Uniqueness
The multi-barrel usage has completely transformed this whiskey making it completely unique and inventive.
Overall
A surprise in a bottle in every sense of the word, Lost Lantern 2023 Single Cask No.11 Balcones Distillery is an incredibly unique and inventive whiskey. Perfect for those looking to expand their horizons beyond Kentucky limited releases and experience something truly exceptional.
Classification: American Single Malt Finished in a Peated Barrel
Company: Lost Lantern
Distillery: Balcones Distillery
Release Date: September 2023
Proof: 120.4
Age: 4 Years, 8 Months
Mashbill: 100% Golden Promise Malted Barley
Color: Dark Mahogany
MSRP: $100 / 750mL (2023)
This Lost Lantern 2023 Single Cask No.11 Balcones Distillery is a true gem for adventurous whiskey lovers. With a complex nose and palate that combines different flavors, and a unique multi-barrel usage, this whiskey stands out from the rest. Its surprising and inventive nature makes it a must-try for those looking for something new and exceptional in the whiskey world. Truly a gem in a bottle.
I recently had the pleasure of trying the Lost Lantern 2023 Single Cask No.11 from Balcones Distillery and it blew me away. The nose was inviting with hints of malt and ginger beer, while the palate was complex with notes of chocolate, graham cracker, and honey. The finish had a perfect balance of heat and peatiness that lingered pleasantly. What makes this whiskey truly special is the multi-barrel usage, creating a one-of-a-kind flavor profile. Definitely a must-try for any whiskey enthusiast.