Echo Spirits Distilling Company Engineer Bourbon Whiskey Trail Mix Review.

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     Echo Spirits Distilling Company Engineer Bourbon Whiskey Trail Mix Review.

    I received this spirit as a review sample from Echo Spirits Distilling Company, linked here. It is important to clarify this did not impact the ratings of this review.


    Echo Spirits Distilling Company out of Columbus, Ohio where they are not only doing some distilling on their own but also sourcing, blending, and finishing. Their Engineer Series serves as a sandbox for innovation, where craftsmanship meets creativity. Batch 25A, dubbed Trail Mix, blends two mashbills from Bardstown Bourbon Company. To take it up a notch, they did a partial finishing of the blend using a secondary oak cask. The Engineer series is a limited run and each batch released is different than the next.


For the full video review visit the link here: https://youtu.be/E7vj07acxXk.

Age Statement: 5 years.

ABV: 58% (Cask Strength).

Mash bill: 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley.

Area of Distillation: Bardstown, Kentucky. 

Finishing: 58% Double Oaked for 1 year 1 month.

Appearance: Rich espresso.


On the nose:
    It is vibrant and layered. It kicks off with dried orchard fruits, apricot leading the charge, backed by apple and pear. There’s a warm, inviting corn sweetness at the core, surrounded by balanced rye spice that never feels sharp or medicinal. Hints of dark raisin and barrel char offer some grounding, while soft vanilla and a touch of cocoa powder drift in subtly. It’s a classic bourbon base elevated by nuanced sweetness and warmth, no ethanol burn or off notes, just elegance and clarity.


Taste:
    From the first sip, Trail Mix lives up to its name. A medley of sweet, nutty, and grain-forward elements unfold. Dried apricots and raisins mingle with chocolate and a distinct granola note. A soft dusting of oats and even a roasted marshmallow flavor come through, evoking memories of campfires and s’mores. The sweetness is rich but never cloying, with a subtle toasted quality reminiscent of graham crackers. This drinks like a whiskey that’s older than its stated age, showing maturity, structure, and a chewy, satisfying mouthfeel.


Finish:
    The finish is the only aspect where this expression doesn’t fully soar. It’s clean and pleasant, with lingering fruit, pepper, and oak, but it fades a touch too quickly to leave a lasting impression. It’s like a thrilling roller coaster that coasts to a halt a bit too soon, but the ride there was worth every second.


Final Thoughts: 
    Echo Spirits’ Trail Mix is a standout blend that successfully weaves together transparency, creativity, and execution. The blending choices show care and confidence, and the result is a pour that surprises and delights. It’s approachable yet complex, sweet without being saccharine, and layered without becoming muddy. For a bottle that leans into a theme and actually tastes like it, this one deserves real credit. While a slightly longer finish would have elevated the experience, it still lands firmly, character-driven whiskey with a lot to love.


Rating: B+ (Great).

Cost: $54.99 for 750ml.

For the full video review visit the link here: https://youtu.be/E7vj07acxXk.

Social platforms to follow me: https://linktr.ee/thelastcallyt.

Learn more about Echo Spirits Distilling Company via the link here: https://echospirits.com.

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