Foti's Review
Bond and Lillard Batch 2
50% ABV 100 Proof
Tasted - Neat in a glencairn
Color - Traditional amber/honey
Nose - I get cinnamon sugar, citrus, orange, marmalade, stewed citrus, vanilla, baking spices, sweet cinnamon stick, oak. It really is a nice, traditional bourbon nose with that comforting sweetness you get when you take it in.
Palate - I’m getting some oak, peanut, caramel…that citrus and orange note come through on the palate as well. It’s a nicely balanced dram, very little heat, touch of spice and sweetness.
Finish is medium It is a solid dram but it’s not a value proposition at the ~$50-55 range for a 375ml.
I would say it’s a must have for fans of the Russell heritage and want to get as many bottles from them. I’d say stick to trying a glass if you can and spend your money on some better value bottles.
Rating - Dram - 77/100
A solid pour of a well made bourbon that lacks value based on MSRP, I would rather get Russell's 10 or any number of readily available staples at 750ml that cost less or around the same.
