Joshua Brook Whiskey
Today’s Mistake: Joshua Brook Whiskey, the worst JD ripoff I’ve seen.
Joshua Brook Whiskey
40% alcohol by volume (80 proof)
750 ml bottle
Price: $12.99
Just so you know, the bottle is made out of plastic. That’s right, the shatter-proof alternative to our favorite liquor vessel. Now, I’m not too familiar with the economics of selling rotgut, but doesn’t $13 seem a little high for something that comes in a plastic bottle? Hell, even Kimnoff comes in a glass bottle. I bought it, but I couldn’t help but feel a little wronged at the register. The guy kept telling me how good it is, but again, he doesn’t drink alcohol, so his words are shit. I’m not inclined to believe him. You may notice that the bottle is half-empty in the picture. I assure you I had nothing to do with this. It just disappeared somehow, as alcohol often does in my house.
From a rocks glass.
Color
It looks a bit watery for a bourbon, and almost too pale, but still a decent amber.
Nose
Loaded with vanilla and corn. One of the sweetest bourbons I’ve ever smelt.
Taste
Wow, it’s actually damn good. Balanced and not as sweet as its nose would suggest. Not a noticeable burn either, more of a tingling warming sensation.
Final Verdict
I’m super impressed. I had very low expectations, but J Brook went above and beyond. 4.5 out of a possible 5. Nothing like some ‘Face.