Old Williamsburg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

Tasting Notes

Nose: Vanilla and brown sugar, with buttered corn and a light caramel note.

Palate: Vanilla, browned butter and caramelized sugar lead into toasted oak and gentle baking spice.

Finish: Toasted oak and light peppery spice, with a dry, lightly charred close.

Summary

Old Williamsburg is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon aged for at least three years and bottled at 40% ABV by Royal Liquors Co.; no originating distillery, batch, or cask finish is stated. It is a straightforward, corn-forward bourbon with familiar vanilla, caramel and toasted-oak character, suited to uncomplicated sipping or cocktails.

Interesting Facts

• Tastings.com’s archived 2019 assessment awarded this exact 40% Kentucky Straight Bourbon 87 points and a Silver Medal/Highly Recommended designation.