There are many bottles of fine bourbon here at the alphageek headquarters. While attempting to clean up, I came across this bottle from several years ago and thought a review is in order, no matter the lack of timeliness. It is a great experience to live near a distillery like Bowman’s that excels at producing interesting releases of bourbon for all to try. This distillery and limited releases have become a victim of the bourbon craze that will never seemingly end. For the last several years, the lines have been nearly oppressive and certainly more than the alphageek is willing to wait in. The future always brings change, so perhaps we will get a chance to try another limited release.

This is a review of Abraham Bowman Release 16. I could do a long listing of the label, but how about you go read it on the picture below? This is aged in old barrels, so it is whiskey not bourbon.

Nose: I get mostly oak, and a hint of grain. Most of the grain awakens instinct of corn. Maybe there is a little leather in there too.

Pop: There is almost a fire like sensation on the intake. Release 16 is strong for a 100 proof whiskey.

Taste: Taste is the surprisingly mild, considering the up front fire. The whiskey has a great body, and I recommend small sips that linger before finishing.

Finish: Almost a hint of cocoa while the fire comes back.

This is a good whiskey, but not one of my favorite Abraham Bowman releases. This release offers insight into the re-use of barrels and I of the opinion that there is a reason to stick to single use of barrels. Still, I had no trouble finishing my pour.

One of these days I am going to have to write about my lack of ability to decompose the aroma and flavors of bourbon. I just know what i like.