Stellum Black Hunter’s Moon
Cask Strength Blend of Straight Bourbon Whiskies
57.76% ABV
$100
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We would like to thank Stellum Spirits and Ro-Bro Marketing & PR for sending us a sample to review.
What the Producer Says
This warm, oak driven bourbon is made in preparation for winter, inspired by the Hunter’s Moon of October. It is marked by a high rye spice and a robust woodiness meant for the time of year when days get shorter and the nights get longer.
TASTING NOTES
Color: Golden Caramel.
Nose: Very warm, rounded vanilla and butterscotch aromas initially, giving way to honeysuckle and ripened mango.
Palate: Bright cinnamon at first, leading into flamed orange peel, then savory, earthy notes of black plum and petrichor.
Finish: Sweet and upbeat medium finish that tapers off gracefully.
WITH A SPLASH OF WATER: The layer of fruity, floral aromas is activated with a splash of water. The nose gives ripe mango, coconut, and tangerine, the palate is toasted salted cashew and lemon balm, and the finish is longer and leaner, like a walk down a long dock at the beach.
What Gary Says
Nose: Rich, salted caramel, vanilla, butterscotch, honey, brown sugar, nutmeg and a bit of cherries.
Palate: Thich mouthfeel, citrus forward with toasted orange zest, caramel, milk chocolate, cinnamon, honey, and pepper spice.
Finish: Moderately long and damp with caramel, grapefruit, cinnamon and pepper.
Comments: Very nice and spicy bourbon – almost reminds me of a rye whiskey with that citrus edge on the palate. Takes a bit of water well, adding a toffee note on the nose and bringing the chocolate out more on the palate.