Bulleit Bourbon 10 Year Review

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks! We have our special guest, Rob Martin. Today, we're pouring into something mature—Bulleit Bourbon 10-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. It’s the only age-stated offering from Bulleit, featuring their signature high-rye mash (68% corn, 28% rye, 4% barley) and clocking in at a solid 91.2-proof. Let’s see how that extra time in the barrel pays off.

🥃 Tasting Notes

Nose
Rich oak and toasted caramel lead with inviting vanilla, dried fruit—think dark cherries and orange peel—and a soft cinnamon spice.

Palate
Smooth, with dark caramel, chocolate sponge-cake, and cooked cherries transitioning into baking spices and burnt orange zest. It leans wood-forward, with peppery rye notes lingering throughout.

Finish
Warm and fruity, with lingering cola-like sweetness, cinnamon, oak tannins, and a lingering spiced dryness .

💬 Community Feedback

Enthusiasts describe it as “silken” with rich dark fruit and baking spice, though some find it “a touch thin” and lacking standout complexity . Reviews note the oak influence is prominent but not overwhelming.

🎯 How It Compares

Compared to the standard Bulleit Bourbon, the 10-Year offers deeper oak influence and richer spice, yet still retains that high-rye character—it doesn’t stray too far from the brand’s core profile. At around $45–50, it competes with other age-stated 10-year bourbons, though some critics argue its value is overshadowed by more complex offerings in the same range.

✅ Final Verdict

Bulleit 10-Year is a competent, well-aged bourbon—smooth with pleasant oak and spice, and richer than the NAS original. However, it doesn’t break new ground. It’s a solid choice for those curious about aged Bulleit, especially at a fair price, but enthusiasts seeking depth might find it a bit restrained.

Rating: 3.5/5

Best For: Fans of Bulleit’s rye-forward style wanting a deeper, oak-enriched version.

Skip If: You're hunting for bold character or complex layers beyond oak and spice.

That’s our pour on Bulleit Bourbon 10-Year. It’s a matured version of a modern classic—worthy of a spot on the shelf, but not quite a showstopper. Until next sip, stay bold and keep your glass full. Cheers! 🥃

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