Johnny Drum Private Stock Review

Distillery: Willett

Region: Bardstown, Kentucky

Aging: No Age Statement – Aged in Charred Oak Barrels

ABV: 50.5%

Proof: 101

Price: $50

Charcoal filtered Sour Mash

Appearance: Amber, Hay

Nose: Clementines, Fresh Cut Oak, Lumberyard 

Palate: Sweet and bright, oak, un-ripened pears, subtle brown sugar notes 

Finish: Light and quick with a lingering sweet caramel 

Is Johnny Drum Private Stock Approachable?

Johnny Drum Private Stock is very approachable. It’s easy to drink with not very much heat. The fruit flavors with hints of brown sugar are subtle but flavors most anyone would recognize.

Is Johnny Drum Private Stock Complex?

Johnny Drum Private Stock is not very complex. It has basic fruit, brown sugar, and oak flavors, but that’s about it. While easy to drink, it is lacking some complexity. 

What are Johnny Drum Private Stock’s strongest attributes/flavors?

Johnny Drum Private Stock’s strongest flavors are most definitely the fruit and oak. They’re pretty dominant and it’s about the only flavors that really stand out with this one. The brown sugar and caramel notes are less prominent. 

Is Johnny Drum Private Stock a go-to whisky?

If you’re looking for a mid-priced, easy-to-drink bourbon, Johnny Drum Private Stock is an option. However, I would suggest trying another bottle in the $50 price range like New Riff Single Barrel.

Is Johnny Drum Private Stock priced accurately to its quality?

I think Johnny Drum Private Stock is priced a bit high. That being said, I do not feel like the $50 is outrageous, but in my experience, your money can go further with other whiskeys.

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