Garrison Brothers Balmorhea is the distillery's first twice-barreled bourbon — four years in one new American oak barrel, a fifth year in a second. Bottled at 115 proof from Texas-grown corn, winter wheat and malted barley. Two-time US Micro Whisky of the Year, SF Double Gold — Texas bourbon at collector level.

Mood: Heat, oak, big.

Tasting Notes

Deep mahogany in the glass. Nose of dark caramel, brown sugar, roasted pecan, cherry cordial and warm oak spice. The palate is dense and full at 115 proof — molasses, dark chocolate, dried fig, warming baking spice and a subtle char note. Finish is long, hot, sweet and lingering.

Food Pairing

A sipper — neat in a Glencairn, or over a single large rock. Pairs with dark chocolate torte, pecan pie, aged hard cheeses, or a good cigar on Chol HaMoed evening in the sukkah.