Peerless Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review.

    Peerless Distilling is a name most bourbon drinkers recognize instantly, largely thanks to that unmistakable bottle design. It’s bold, beefy, and looks fantastic on a shelf. I’ll admit right away, I’ve had a bit of a complicated relationship with Peerless releases over the years. Some of their offerings, like the Double Oak Bourbon and Double Oak Rye, have been standouts for me, while others have left me scratching my head. Until now, I’d never actually sat down and reviewed their standard Kentucky Straight Bourbon, and curiosity finally won out despite my ongoing hesitation with their pricing. 

    While there’s no age statement on the bottle, Peerless does confirm on their website that they adhere to a four-year minimum. I always wish that transparency made it onto the label, but it is what it is. What truly sets Peerless apart from many other Kentucky distilleries is their use of a sweet mash process rather than the more common sour mash. Each fermentation batch starts fresh, with the tanks fully emptied and cleaned before being refilled, allowing for subtle variations from batch to batch. It’s an interesting approach and one that adds a layer of craftsmanship to the production. 

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Age Statement: 4 years. (According to the website).

ABV: 54.6%. (Cask strength).

Mash bill: N/A.

Area of Distillation: Louisville, Kentucky.

Appearance: Rich golden.


On the nose:

    The nose opens with classic bourbon aromas that feel familiar and comforting. Sweet, buttery corn leads the way, followed by soft caramel and vanilla. There’s a creamy oak presence that leans more toward wood sugars than heavy char. A faint eucalyptus note creeps in, likely from the rye component, along with a gentle orchard fruit sweetness that nearly hints at cherry. Despite the proof, the nose is approachable and surprisingly soft, with very little alcohol heat.

Taste:

The finish is where things fall apart. A bitter, sour astringency settles in at the back of the tongue and lingers longer than it should. With each sip, that bitterness becomes more pronounced, overtaking any sweetness and leaving an unpleasant, drying aftertaste.

Finish:

   The finish is where things fall apart. A bitter, sour astringency settles in at the back of the tongue and lingers longer than it should. With each sip, that bitterness becomes more pronounced, overtaking any sweetness and leaving an unpleasant, drying aftertaste.

Final Thoughts: 

    The finish is where things fall apart. A bitter, sour astringency settles in at the back of the tongue and lingers longer than it should. With each sip, that bitterness becomes more pronounced, overtaking any sweetness and leaving an unpleasant, drying aftertaste.

Rating: D (Below average).

Cost: $71.99 for 750ml.

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