Joined Mar 2004
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Unbelievably I had my first go with this young bourbon about 4 weeks ago. I was familiar but not so fond of the 7 YR (107 proof). Because of a couple of tries of different purchases of the 7/107 I pretty much lost any interest in pursuing the 7 YR 90 proof. Figuring they were one and the same with a lot of water added to the 90 proof... I guess Kentucky water must really make a difference!
To make my case, because I wasn't impressed with intitial tastes of the 107 I did something I rarely ever do. I added water to a nice shot. Small amount initially. Still not appealing so I added more. I figure before it was all over with I had turned my rocks glass and subsequent shot into about 40% Weller / 60% water. It was tolerable but noticibly forged.
So I finally get around to trying the 7/90 with low expectations, and what a surprise it turns out to be! This was much more like the Weller 12 YR 90 proof which I am fond of. There was a little bit more zip (in the direction of the 107) when compared to the 12. The 12 being a little more tame and mellowed, I guess from the 5 additional years in oak. A sweet toasted maple and a nicely balanced barage of spice kicks in.
The price was equally exceptional. From what I've tasted thus far, this is destined to become one my top picks for the "Best Buy" classification. A good practical product for a good practical price.
To make my case, because I wasn't impressed with intitial tastes of the 107 I did something I rarely ever do. I added water to a nice shot. Small amount initially. Still not appealing so I added more. I figure before it was all over with I had turned my rocks glass and subsequent shot into about 40% Weller / 60% water. It was tolerable but noticibly forged.
So I finally get around to trying the 7/90 with low expectations, and what a surprise it turns out to be! This was much more like the Weller 12 YR 90 proof which I am fond of. There was a little bit more zip (in the direction of the 107) when compared to the 12. The 12 being a little more tame and mellowed, I guess from the 5 additional years in oak. A sweet toasted maple and a nicely balanced barage of spice kicks in.
The price was equally exceptional. From what I've tasted thus far, this is destined to become one my top picks for the "Best Buy" classification. A good practical product for a good practical price.