Daniel Davis
Watershed 6 Year Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels (Bath 003)
Nose
The nose on Watershed’s alcohol delivers a complex combination of stewed apples, cinnamon, vanilla, burnt caramel, charred oak, and a very potent flavor.
Palate
It’s robust taste of apple brandy and apple cobbler, baking spices, and stone fruits make it rich with flavor.
Finish
The finish boasts plums, black cherries, and its signature oak flavor along with a hint of cognac and an undeniable heat that lingers on.
Overall
In its third iteration, a ramp up in proof and resulting robustness makes this apple brandy finish bourbon sing. Watershed continues to ride high on their apple brandy finished bourbon. This whiskey punchier than ever and the flavors have changed ever so slightly from the previous batches, making it tastier and zeroed in. Watershed Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels is a well done product and showcases the refinement Watershed bourbon is showing at this stage in the distillery’s development. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands it, you certainly won’t be disappointed
Classification: Bourbon Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels
Company: Watershed Distillery
Distillery: Watershed Distillery
Release Date: September 2022
Proof: 126.1
Age: 6 Years
Mashbill: Undisclosed
Color: Chestnut
MSRP: $90 (2022)
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This Watershed 6 Year Bourbon finished in apple brandy barrels is a delicious and complex combination of flavors. The strong apple and baking spice notes make for a rich taste, while the oaky finish with hints of cognac adds a unique twist. Overall, Watershed has truly nailed it with this release and it is definitely worth trying.
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This bourbon is a truly unique and exceptional creation. The combination of aged bourbon and apple brandy barrels adds depth and complexity to the nose, palate and finish. The stewed apples and baking spices on the nose, followed by rich apple and stone fruit flavors on the palate, and finishing with a lingering heat, make for a remarkable experience. Highly recommended for any bourbon lover looking to try something new and delicious.
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I must say, this bourbon finished in apple brandy barrels sounds absolutely delicious! The nose and palate seem to offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, while the finish leaves a lasting impression with its complex flavors. Watershed has done a great job in creating a unique and refined product, making this bourbon a must-try for any whiskey lover. Overall, I am very impressed and would love to get my hands on a bottle to experience it for myself.