Dustin Poirier Bourbon: Rare Stash Review and Tasting Notes

Okay, here’s my experience trying out Dustin Poirier’s bourbon, presented in the style you requested:

So, I finally got my hands on a bottle of that Dustin Poirier bourbon, the Rare Stash stuff. You know, the guy from the UFC. I’ve heard some whispers about it online, and being a bit of a bourbon fan myself, I figured, why not? I snagged a bottle, Rare Stash Bourbon #2, it is called.

The Look

First off, this bottle looks pretty slick. It is a classic bourbon bottle. And the label’s got this cool, kind of understated design. Nothing too flashy, but it definitely feels like you’re holding something a little special. I noticed it was blended by 8.5 years old and 7.5 years straight bourbon whiskies from Tennessee and Indiana. And I found it was aged in Char #4 white oak barrels. Cool. I thought it would taste good!

The Sniff Test

Alright, so I popped the cork and gave it a good sniff. Now, I’m no expert, but I do know what I like. And the first thing that hit me was this sweet smell, almost like vanilla. Maybe some caramel in there too. It smelled pretty inviting, not too harsh or anything. It definitely got my attention.

The Taste

Time for the main event. I poured myself a finger or two, swirled it around a bit in the glass, like I’ve seen those fancy whiskey guys do. Then I took a sip. And you know what? It was pretty smooth. No crazy burn or anything. It had that vanilla kind of sweetness from the nose, but there was more to it. I tasted some oak for sure, maybe a little spice. It felt warm going down, in a good way.

The Verdict

Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by this bourbon. It’s not going to blow your mind or anything, but it’s a solid, enjoyable drink. I could see myself sipping this on a Friday night after a long week. Would I buy it again? Yeah, probably. It’s a good one to have on the shelf, especially if you’re a fan of Poirier. It’s a decent bourbon for a decent price. And hey, who doesn’t love a good underdog story, right?