Breaking Bourbon – Review: Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #3: Starlight Distillery Straight Bourbon Finished in a Honey Cask
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Leaning heavily into its finishing barrel, Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #3 is a honey-forward finished bourbon through and through.
This is a honey cask finished bourbon that leans heavily into its finish. It’s the first honey finished bourbon I’ve had that brings out a noticeably honeycomb flavor, which makes it honey-forward and natural tasting in its delivery. This starts on the nose, which has an unusual but pleasantly fresh beeswax aroma that’s complemented by honey and crème brûlée and has a floral undertone. Rich honeycomb on the palate is followed by graham cracker, brown sugar, French toast, and caramel, all of which are delivered with a thick mouthfeel. Baking spices, light toasted oak, and vanilla custard on the finish are followed by a lingering sweetness.
OVERALL RATING: 3.5 Barrels – WELL ABOVE AVERAGE!
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