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Jul 11, 2025 1 hr 5 min

Evan Williams Master Blend: A Distillery-Only Treasure with guest Star Knobs

from The Scotchy Bourbon Boys Hosted by Jeff Mueller / Seth Mueller

Send us Fan Mail We explore the Evan Williams Master Blend, a special bourbon only available at the Evan Williams Experience distillery in Louisville, featuring their 23-year-old bourbon among other expressions. • Exclusively available at the Evan Williams Experience in Louisville, not at the Heaven Hill distillery • Masterful blend of five Evan Williams expressions including 23-year-old single barrel bourbon • Priced reasonably for a bourbon containing such aged components • The nose offers caramelized sugar, apple, banana, and subtle vanilla notes • Remarkable flavor evolution that transforms from initial taste through the finish • Long-lasting apple-like finish that lingers pleasantly without needing a chaser • Received a rare perfect score for finish with a 16/18 overall rating • Perfect for sharing with special friends and family • Will be included in our upcoming Scotchy Bourbon Boys bus tour Join us on our bus tour that includes a visit to the Evan Williams Experience where you can try this exceptional bourbon blend yourself. What makes a bourbon worth the journey? In this special tasting episode, we dive deep into Evan Williams Master Blend – a distillery-only treasure that brings together five different expressions including their coveted 23-year-old single barrel. The magic of this bourbon lies in its remarkable evolution. Beginning with gentle aromas of caramelized sugar, apple, and subtle floral notes, each sip takes you on a journey reminiscent of slowly caramelizing bananas – transforming from fruit-forward sweetness to rich, complex caramel. Most surprising is the extraordinary finish that lingers with a pleasant apple-like sweetness long after the sip is gone. Unlike many bourbons where the finish is merely an aftermath, here it becomes an entirely new experience worth savoring. What struck us most was how this 90-proof offering delivers complexity without overwhelming intensity. It's approachable yet sophisticated, making it perfect for sharing with special friends and family. Despite containing well-aged components, it remains reasonably priced (historically under $100), representing one of bourbon's best values if you're willing to make the pilgrimage to Louisville. Our conversation also explores the science behind bourbon production – from how barrel char affects hangovers to the importance of oak's natural properties in whiskey aging. We even touch on the fascinating details of how specific growing conditions of oak trees influence the final flavor profile. Ready to experience this special bourbon yourself? Join our upcoming Scotchy Bourbon Boys bus tour featuring the Evan Williams Experience or plan your own visit to Louisville. Have you tried any distillery-only releases that surprised you? Let us know in the comments! If You Have Gohsts Support the show https://www.scotchybourbonboys.com The Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/

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Send us Fan Mail We explore the Evan Williams Master Blend, a special bourbon only available at the Evan Williams Experience distillery in Louisville, featuring their 23-year-old bourbon among other expressions. • Exclusively available at the Evan Williams Experience in Louisville, not at the Heaven Hill distillery • Masterful blend of five Evan Williams expressions including 23-year-old single barrel bourbon • Priced reasonably for a bourbon containing such aged components • The nose ...

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Evan Williams Master Blend: A Distillery-Only Treasure with guest Star Knobs

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  1. 1:53 Whiskey Thief Distilling Company Intro
  2. 4:01 Welcome to Scotchy Bourbon Boys
  3. 6:55 Discussing Evan Williams Master Blend
  4. 15:49 Old Louisville Whiskey Company Showcase
  5. 19:31 The Nose and Body Evaluation
  6. 34:02 Taste Analysis and Evolution
  7. 54:24 Final Ratings and Conclusion
  8. 1:02:04 Outro and Bourbon Song

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