I’d like to thank ByrnePR and Limestone Branch Distillery for providing this review sample with no strings attached.
I've been covering Yellowstone Bourbon since 2015, and it’s safe to say my relationship with this brand has evolved. My first experience with Yellowstone Bourbon was anything but positive—I found the initial product harsh and unpalatable, leading me to pour it out after I finished my tasting notes. Of course, this was pre-Limestone Branch involvement. However, over the years, Limestone Branch Distillery has made significant strides, turning Yellowstone into a bourbon I now enjoy and look forward to each year. What I especially appreciate is the brand’s commitment to giving back, particularly their partnerships with organizations like the National Parks Conservation Association, which help protect the beauty and integrity of Yellowstone National Park.
The 2024 release of Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey marks the ninth Limited Edition release in Limestone Branch Distillery's care of the brand. This year’s edition features a blend of 7-year and 17-year aged bourbons that have been blended and then finished in both brandy and cognac casks from France. Bottled at 101 proof, the limited edition will hit shelves in September, with a suggested retail price of $99.99 for a 750 mL bottle.
Before we get into the tasting notes, let’s see what the company has to say about this year’s release:
In the 2024 release, Beam sought out spirits to complement the natural flavors in the extra-aged bourbon. Finishing the blended bourbon in brandy and cognac casks from France introduces nuances from different spectrums of distilled grapes within the same style of spirit. The result is a soft and approachable bourbon, perfect for Yellowstone Bourbon loyalists.
“The 2024 expression of Yellowstone Limited Edition represents my natural progression of experimenting with special finishes over the years,” said Beam. “Now, finished bourbons have become sought after by fans who want to push the flavor profile. I love experimenting and exploring new opportunities, and using a double finish with brandy and cognac casks created a more complex and nuanced bourbon, opening a whole new experience for consumers to enjoy.”
Well, let’s see how it tastes.
Yellowstone Bourbon Limited Edition, 2024 Edition
Purchase Info: This sample bottle was provided to me at no charge for review purposes. The suggested retail price is $99.99 for a 750 mL bottle.
Price per Drink (50 mL): $6.67
Nose: Ginger, molasses, cinnamon, and oak with just a hint of mint underneath.
Mouth: Spicy and warm with notes of oak, cinnamon, and caramel.
Finish: Medium-long and warm, with notes of cinnamon, ginger, caramel, oak, and a hint of molasses.
Thoughts: This is delicious. It's probably the tastiest sample I've received in the last month (yes, even better than the post before this one, and this is less than half the price…). It feels like it was created with my particular palate in mind. I love all the spice and sweetness. It's very, very good. I really like it.
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