Evan Williams
Extra Aged
- 43
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- USA
Evan Williams, was a Welsh immigrant originally from Pembrokeshire. He had emigrated to the USA at the end of the 18th century, settling in Kentucky. He founded his first distillery on the banks of the Ohio River in 1783. This was the first commercial distillery in Kentucky and the town of Louisville grew up around it. Today, this whiskey is made by Heaven Hill distillery in Louisville. The spirit is...
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Evan Williams, was a Welsh immigrant originally from Pembrokeshire. He had emigrated to the USA at the end of the 18th century, settling in Kentucky. He founded his first distillery on the banks of the Ohio River in 1783. This was the first commercial distillery in Kentucky and the town of Louisville grew up around it.
Today, this whiskey is made by Heaven Hill distillery in Louisville. The spirit is matured for 4 years (only 2 years are required to call it straight whiskey), and is one of the best selling bourbons in the world. The use of charred oak barrels give the bourbon its distinct colour and rich flavour.
This is Evan Williams' standard bourbon, known as 'black label'. This is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon, full of character and simply done right. Named after Evan Williams, who opened Kentucky’s First Distillery along the banks of the Ohio River in 1783, its aged far longer than required by law. A bourbon that’s smooth, rich, and easy to enjoy.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Medium Amber.
Nose - Light with deep vanilla and mint.
Taste - Notes of oak, brown sugar and caramel.
Finish - Medium to long.
Proof - 86 Proof.
Today, this whiskey is made by Heaven Hill distillery in Louisville. The spirit is matured for 4 years (only 2 years are required to call it straight whiskey), and is one of the best selling bourbons in the world. The use of charred oak barrels give the bourbon its distinct colour and rich flavour.
This is Evan Williams' standard bourbon, known as 'black label'. This is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon, full of character and simply done right. Named after Evan Williams, who opened Kentucky’s First Distillery along the banks of the Ohio River in 1783, its aged far longer than required by law. A bourbon that’s smooth, rich, and easy to enjoy.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Medium Amber.
Nose - Light with deep vanilla and mint.
Taste - Notes of oak, brown sugar and caramel.
Finish - Medium to long.
Proof - 86 Proof.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig