Kentucky Owl Maighstir Edition

Kentucky Owl Maighstir Edition, NAS, 50%

The Kentucky Owl Maighstir Edition is the result of a collaboration between John Rhea, Kentucky Owl’s master blender, and Maureen Robinson, retired master blender from Diageo / Johnnie Walker. The objective was to make a bourbon from a Scottish viewpoint.

The Kentucky Owl Maighstir Edition goes on sale in Norway next week at NOK 1850 (18740601).

Nose: Darker and richer than the Kentucky Owl Takumi, with pronounced oak and caramel, layered with oaky spices that add depth.

Taste: Full-bodied, leaning much darker than the Kentucky Owl Takumi. Notes of dark chocolate, mild pepper, and deep oaky undertones mingle with dried fruits and dark fudge.

Finish: Medium to long, maintaining a rich, dark sweetness, with a final touch of chewy sweetness reminiscent of gum.

Comment: Brooding and complex.

Score 88/100

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-Thomas