Dead Drop Straight Bourbon Whiskey

What to expect

Thornton Distilling Co. in Thornton, Illinois blends hand-selected high-rye straight bourbons and slowly proofs them to 94 with water from its limestone artesian well. The distillery describes vanilla, overripe nectarine, woodsy rye spice and tart cherry, then caramelized oak, stone fruit and a touch of spearmint.

Expected notes: Vanilla, Nectarine, Rye spice, Cherry, Toasted oak, Mint.

Reference notes, written from the producer’s published facts. Not a tasting review. Producer page.