Disclosure: the sample for this review was provided at no cost. Our tasting notes and score are our own.
A little background
Remus Babe Ruth Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey pays homage to the legendary Babe Ruth’s #3 with a masterful blend of three high-rye mash bills—49% rye, 44% rye, and 36% rye—crafted from barrels aged six to seven years. Bottled at a bold 111 proof, this limited-edition bourbon offers a rich, complex tasting experience. With only 10,624 bottles available, priced at $150 each, this release is as rare as it is exceptional, making it a worthy addition to any collector’s shelf or enthusiast’s glass.
(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)
Color
Light Gold
Nose
Vanilla, caramel popcorn, butterscotch, tobacco, red fruit, raisins, and apricots.
Palate
Strawberry, oak, sweet, cherry, apricots, raisins, baking spice, sweet vanilla, toasted caramel, and a touch of rye spice.
Finish
Sweet tea, espresso, raisins, stone fruit, and burnt caramel.
In closing
Remus Babe Ruth Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey offers a tasting experience as legendary as its namesake. From its sweet and inviting nose to the rich layers of stone fruit, caramel, and spice on the palate, this bourbon delivers a well-rounded complexity. The long, satisfying finish of sweet tea, espresso, and burnt caramel leaves a lasting impression, underscored by its velvety mouthfeel and subtle warmth. With its depth of flavor and refined balance, this limited release is a fitting tribute to the Bambino, effortlessly embodying richness and character in every sip.
NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Remus Bourbon. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.
Remus Babe Ruth Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey
111 Proof
9.0
Outstanding
