Larceny
Small Batch
- 46
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- USA
Larceny Bourbon is produced by Heaven Hill Distilleries. The name 'Larceny' pays homage to John E. Fitzgerald, a treasury agent who in the late 1800s had access to some of the finest bourbon barrels. Legend has it that he helped himself to these barrels, hence the term 'larceny'. This bourbon is made from a mash bill consisting of corn, wheat, and barley. Unlike many other bourbons which use rye as...
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Larceny Bourbon is produced by Heaven Hill Distilleries. The name 'Larceny' pays homage to John E. Fitzgerald, a treasury agent who in the late 1800s had access to some of the finest bourbon barrels. Legend has it that he helped himself to these barrels, hence the term 'larceny'.
This bourbon is made from a mash bill consisting of corn, wheat, and barley. Unlike many other bourbons which use rye as a secondary grain, Larceny uses wheat, giving it a softer, smoother character. This makes it particularly appealing to those who enjoy a more mellow and approachable bourbon.
Larceny Small Batch is one of the flagship expressions within the brand. Aged in new, charred oak barrels, this process allows the whiskey to develop its flavours and mature over time. A smooth and approachable flavour, it often exhibits notes of caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch, along with hints of oak and spice. The higher wheat content in the mash bill lends a softer mouthfeel and less aggressive spice compared to bourbons with a higher rye content.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Bright new copper.
Aroma - Fresh bread and toffee, with a note of butterscotch.
Taste - Buttery caramel and honeyed notes, with a rich mouthfeel.
Finish - Long, gently sweet and savoury.
This bourbon is made from a mash bill consisting of corn, wheat, and barley. Unlike many other bourbons which use rye as a secondary grain, Larceny uses wheat, giving it a softer, smoother character. This makes it particularly appealing to those who enjoy a more mellow and approachable bourbon.
Larceny Small Batch is one of the flagship expressions within the brand. Aged in new, charred oak barrels, this process allows the whiskey to develop its flavours and mature over time. A smooth and approachable flavour, it often exhibits notes of caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch, along with hints of oak and spice. The higher wheat content in the mash bill lends a softer mouthfeel and less aggressive spice compared to bourbons with a higher rye content.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Bright new copper.
Aroma - Fresh bread and toffee, with a note of butterscotch.
Taste - Buttery caramel and honeyed notes, with a rich mouthfeel.
Finish - Long, gently sweet and savoury.
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