A little background
Founded by father son duo Rick and Ricky Johnson, 15 Stars is committed to crafting the very finest aged whiskey to help consumers celebrate special moments. According to 15 Stars, they spare no expense or effort in their pursuit for great whiskey and only bottle products that meet their highest standards. 15 Stars is a toast to Kentucky as the 15th State and a pledge to honor the craftsmen of early Kentucky into the creation of their fine-aged whiskey.
15 Stars Timeless Reserve 13-Year-Old Bourbon is a blend of Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey that’s been aged for at least 13 years. This age statement is an update from the previous Timeless Reserve, a 14-Year-Old bourbon. 15 Stars Timeless Reserve 13-Year-Old Bourbon is limited to 1,800 bottles, carries a retail price of $280 USD and is bottled at 103 proof.
(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)
Color
Gold
Nose
Caramel, maple syrup, orange peel, peanut M&M’s, leather, blacksmith shop, apple cider, birch beer, and oak.
Palate
Candied lemon, molasses, oak, dried orange, and cinnamon.
Finish
Chocolate, leather, raisins, cinnamon, and drying oak.
In closing
NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of 15 Stars. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.
15 Stars Timeless Reserve 13 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
103 Proof
The Good
- Complex nose
- Classic bourbon profile
The Bad
- Expensive
- Could be hard to find
