Daviess County Bourbon Finished in French Oak Casks
Daviess County Bourbon Finished in French Oak Casks

Daviess County French Oak Finished Bourbon Review

Daviess County
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Finished in French Oak Casks
Lux Row Distillers
96 Proof
Review
MSRP: ~$45

Please enjoy our Daviess County French Oak Finished Bourbon Review!

A Little History

The bottle back label tells us “This unique bourbon finished in French oak casks honors the rich history and tradition started in 1874 by the Daviess County Distilling Co – one of Kentucky’s original distilleries that helped contribute to the state’s reputation as the home of great bourbon.” Apparently, back in the day, Daviess County was home to 20 distilleries, although today that number has dwindled to 3.

Lux Row Distillers Launches The Daviess County Bourbon Line

In early 2020 Lux Row Distillers launched the three bourbons of the Daviess County Line: a Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Kentucky Straight Bourbons with Cabernet Sauvignon and French Oak Finishes. The French Oak Finish and Cabernet Finish rest for 6 months in their respective barrels.

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Introducing Daviess County French Oak Finished Bourbon

This is a fairly unique bourbon, similar to the others in this line. It is the combination of both a straight wheated bourbon and a traditional straight rye bourbon. Rather than four grains being used for the initial distillate, as in some four grain bourbons, this one is a blend (or mingling, as people like to say nowadays) of the 2 straight bourbons.

Tasting Notes – Daviess County French Oak Finished Bourbon

Let’s taste it:

🛏 Rested for 15 minutes in a Glencairn

👉Nose: Caramel, vanilla, rye spice, hint of chocolate, fruit stripe gum & bubble gum. There’s a little mustiness, but not in a bad way. Moderate alcohol
👉Taste: Caramel, rye spice, honey sweetness, light bubblegum
👉Finish: Sweetness and spice continue and moderate oak develops with some light char; Bubblegum lingers as well. Mild alcohol. Moderately long finish.

Flavor changes with time – Tasting Notes – Daviess County French Oak Finished Bourbon Review

This is an interesting one. I bought this bottle back when it was first released, maybe 6 or 8 months ago. On my first tastes, I have to say, I really wasn’t a fan. It was OK, but it tasted to me like a cross between Wild Turkey 101 and Old Grand-Dad 114, both of which I really like. However, this one is twice the price, so I figured I would just stick with those two. So, I put it on the shelf and forgot about it.

Times They Are A Changing

Well, I have to say this Daviess County French Oak Finished Bourbon is yet another bourbon that has really changed with time. The flavors are now much more complex (where did the fruity gum and vanilla flavors come from?🤔) and I am enjoying it quite a bit!

Have you tried Daviess County Bourbon Finished in French Oak Casks? What did you think? Did yours change over time, too?

Would you like to read about other Daviess County Bourbons? Check our our Daviess County Cabernet Finished Bourbon Review and Daviess County Medium Toasted Finished Bourbon Review!

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About the Editor: Ed Escott is truly "Bourbon Obsessed". He is the founder of Bourbon Obsessed, LLC, and an Executive Bourbon Steward of the Stave and Thief Society. In addition, he has authored and edited over 600 bourbon and other whiskey reviews, over 50 in-depth distillery write-ups, and many other related articles. He is on the board of the Kentucky Bourbon Influencers and a member of the Lexington Bourbon Society and the Bourbon Capital Guild. Last, but not least, Ed has attended many bourbon-related educational sessions, visited countless distilleries, and is on a never-ending quest to try every bourbon.

Prior to focusing solely on Bourbon Obsessed, Ed practiced in academic medicine for three decades. He most recently was a Professor at the University of Kentucky and served as Chief of the Division of Neuroradiology and Vice Chair For Faculty Mentoring, Development & Wellness of the Department of Radiology. He has extensive editorial experience in academic medical publication, and brings that same academic mindset to Bourbon Obsessed, which is a unique approach for a spirit-focused media company.

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About the author: Ed Escott is truly "Bourbon Obsessed". He is the founder of Bourbon Obsessed, LLC, and an Executive Bourbon Steward of the Stave and Thief Society. In addition, he has authored and edited over 600 bourbon and other whiskey reviews, over 50 in-depth distillery write-ups, and many other related articles. He is on the board of the Kentucky Bourbon Influencers and a member of the Lexington Bourbon Society and the Bourbon Capital Guild. Last, but not least, Ed has attended many bourbon-related educational sessions, visited countless distilleries, and is on a never-ending quest to try every bourbon.

Prior to focusing solely on Bourbon Obsessed, Ed practiced in academic medicine for three decades. He most recently was a Professor at the University of Kentucky and served as Chief of the Division of Neuroradiology and Vice Chair For Faculty Mentoring, Development & Wellness of the Department of Radiology. He has extensive editorial experience in academic medical publication, and brings that same academic mindset to Bourbon Obsessed, which is a unique approach for a spirit-focused media company.

Ed can be found on social media on Instagram at @bourbon_obsessed and on Facebook at @BourbonObsessed

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