| Rating | 89 |
| Style |
Bourbon American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Produced In | United States |
| ABV | 50% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $24.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2022-03-03 |
Old Tub Kentucky Straight Bourbon Review
The James B. Beam Distilling Company launched this limited-edition, bottled-in-bond release as an homage to one of the Beam family’s oldest brands. In terms of pure economics, you're getting a 4-year-old (at least), 100-proof bourbon here for less than $25, which is a steal these days. As for its character, this bourbon has an inviting nose, and the palate lands spicy, lively, and slightly rough around the edges but in a charming way.
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