Triple Threat: Angel’s Envy Triple Oaked Bourbon Review

In a world where angels are known for their restraint (taking only their heavenly “share” from aging barrels), these particular celestial beings seem to have developed quite the greedy streak. But can you blame them? Angel’s Envy Triple Oaked Bourbon is like that friend who shows up to the party wearing three leather jackets – excessive, yet somehow pulling it off.

Let me take you on a spiritual journey through this triple-wooded wonder. And yes, that pun was absolutely intended.

First, let’s acknowledge the elephant – or rather, the angel – in the room. For those uninitiated in bourbon lore, “angel’s share” refers to the portion of whiskey that evaporates during aging, presumably consumed by particularly thirsty celestial beings. In this case, Angel’s Envy decided to tempt fate by triple-oaking their bourbon, essentially setting out a three-course meal for our ethereal friends.

The nose hits you like a bakery having an identity crisis: toasted nuts doing the cha-cha with cinnamon, while vanilla and raisins watch from the sidelines. It’s like grandma’s kitchen went rogue and decided to experiment.

Taking a sip, the medium oily texture coats your mouth like that expensive lip balm you can’t stop buying. Then BAM! – you’re hit with more wood than a beaver’s dream home. Maple syrup and dark chocolate show up to the party, followed by their rowdy friend, spicy oakiness, who reminds everyone of that one time they hung out with rye. There’s even a shortbread cookie moment that drinks hotter than its proof – like that friend who seems mild-mannered but can outdrink everyone at the table.

The finish? Imagine vanilla beans doing a dry oak tango, ending with a surprisingly tangy twist – as if the angels themselves added a splash of celestial citrus just to mess with us.

Here’s the divine truth: This bourbon is perfect for that moment when someone asks, “Got anything different?” It’s like the party trick you only want to show off once – impressive, but not your go-to move. While it’s a perfectly approachable whiskey that won’t have you speaking in tongues, it might have you speaking to your wallet.

Final Verdict: – Like a triple-layered cake where each layer is slightly different but somehow the same. It’s good, but perhaps the angels got a bit too ambitious with this one. It’s worth trying but maybe wait until you catch it on sale or when you’re feeling particularly blessed.

Remember folks, sometimes more oak isn’t better – it’s just more oak. But hey, at least the angels are well-fed.

Disclaimer: No actual angels were consulted in the making of this bourbon, though several seem to have helped themselves to quite a bit during aging.