Ken, Iggy, and Michael sample Quality House Blended Whiskey.
Not all things from Heaven Hill make our list, and this might be a prime example, but for a budget-friendly mixer, this may be what you are looking for.
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"Quality House Blended Whiskey from Heaven Hill - A Mixed Experience"
Review:
Welcome to another whiskey adventure with the Whiskey Friends. In our ongoing journey through the world of whiskies, we recently had the chance to sample the Quality House Blended Whiskey from Heaven Hill. This blended whiskey fell into a category we had mixed feelings about. Join us as we dive into the tasting notes and impressions of this intriguing bottle.
The Quality House Blended Whiskey is a lesser-known offering from Heaven Hill, a renowned distillery known for its impressive range of whiskey products. It's important to note that this whiskey is a blended variety, and it caught our attention due to its affordable price point, typically ranging from $9 to $12.
On the nose, the Quality House Blended Whiskey pleasantly surprised us with a rich and appealing caramel aroma. It was inviting and piqued our interest right from the start. The scent was a promising introduction to this whiskey.
However, our enthusiasm was met with a more tepid response once we delved into the tasting experience. The palate revealed itself to be quite thin and mild, which we attributed to the relatively low proof of the whiskey. At 80 proof, we expected a certain degree of subtlety, but it may have leaned a bit too far in that direction.
It's worth noting that this whiskey is a blend of 20% Kentucky straight whiskey and 80% grain-neutral spirits, which are essentially flavorless, high-proof alcohol. The proportion of bourbon to neutral spirits in the blend is unclear, and this ambiguity might have contributed to our mixed feelings about the whiskey's flavor profile.
Having previously sampled this whiskey and found it underwhelming, we decided to give it another chance after it had been open for several months, allowing for some oxidation. We observed that the Quality House Blended Whiskey had indeed improved over time, suggesting that aeration might be beneficial for this particular bottle.
Despite the slight improvement, our overall impression of this whiskey was not overwhelmingly positive. While it wasn't entirely off-putting, it still fell short of being a top choice, especially when compared to other options within the same price range. We felt that Heaven Hill had produced superior products, which left us slightly disappointed with the Quality House blend.
In conclusion, the Quality House Blended Whiskey from Heaven Hill offers an intriguing nose with hints of caramel. However, its thin and mild palate, along with its composition of neutral spirits, leaves us with mixed feelings. While it may have improved with aeration, it's not a standout choice when compared to other whiskey options in its price range.
For fans of Heaven Hill's offerings, we'd recommend exploring some of their more acclaimed products instead of the Quality House Blended Whiskey. Cheers to whiskey exploration!
