Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

A little background

Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a high-rye, four-grain straight bourbon whiskey, boasting a mash bill comprising 65% corn, while the remaining 35% blend of rye, wheat, and barley. Crafted through copper column and pot-doubler distillation and bottled at cask strength. This whiskey is aged for a minimum of four years in virgin American oak barrels, featuring a deep char #4 on the staves and #2 char on the barrel heads, this blend of 70 barrels was distilled in Indiana. Bottled at 114.08 proof, this cask-strength bourbon is accessible for around $80 USD MSRP.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Gold

Nose

Orange and lemon citrus, sherbet, vanilla, almond, and a hint of dried coconut.

Palate

Orange citrus, sweet lemon tea, fig newton, cocoa, vanilla, caramel, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, rye spice, and oak.

Finish

Tootsie Pop, almonds, coconut, citrus, vanilla, oak, and lingering spice.

In closing

Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey stands as a testament to the artistry of distillation and blending. With a mash bill emphasizing high-rye and aging process in virgin American oak barrels, the resulting blend of 70 barrels showcases a symphony of sweet and spicy flavors. Bottled at a robust 114.08 proof, the proof is quite present throughout. At $80, I found the price point to be a bit steep, considering other products available at this price. This was a fun one to try, but the cost of entry is definitely high.

NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Brother’s Bond. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.