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94 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Port Barrel-Finished (2020 Release), 60.2%

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Port Barrel-Finished (2020 Release) bottle. Why do I get the feeling I’m about to tuck into dessert? Just-cooked berries with brown sugar crumble, marzipan, toasted coconut flakes, vanilla, and orange wedges on the nose. More fruit cobbler, brown sugar, sweet toasted nuts, Nutella, and rich spice on the palate, which turns from chewy to silky with water. The finish goes on for days, laden with red fruit, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, and well-integrated spice.

Reviewed by: (Winter 2020)

93 points

Angel’s Envy Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished, 50%

The confectionary nose of flan and crème caramel comes draped over lovely grainy aromas of warm porridge and pastry crust. Vinous notes of cherry/berry fruit emerge, along with toasted almonds and floral aromas. On the palate, there is berry coulis, Creamsicle stick, French burnt peanut candies, and warm banana. Overall, this demonstrates both nice maturity and lovely balance of sweetness and spice, with a finish of cinnamon-sprinkled apple pie.

Reviewed by: (Summer 2019)

93 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Port Barrel-Finished Bourbon (2019 Release), 61.2%

An enchanting and somewhat racy nose, with blackberries, cherries, concord grapes, brown sugar, apple crumble, leather, iced tea, and polished oak; though the port finish is evident, it doesn’t smother the bourbon’s core character, which comes through with corn muffin and peanuts. Nutty grain asserts itself on the palate as well, set off by dark fruit and chocolate, ample spice, pecan pie, and cherry cough syrup. The lengthy finish is peppery, and pops with chocolate, cough syrup, roasted pecans, and warm spices. (14,000 bottles) Collectibles

Reviewed by: (Spring 2020)

93 points

Angel’s Envy, 43.3%

Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey finished in a port pipe. This is veteran master distiller Lincoln Henderson’s newest creation, and it’s a beauty. Richly textured, silky, and well-rounded, with ripe berried fruits, candied tangerine, light toffee, maple syrup, and creamy vanilla, sprinkled with spice (cinnamon, hint of mint). Smooth, silky finish, and dangerously drinkable! The port pipe notes dovetail perfectly. Lovely just the way it is, but it’s begging for a cigar. My only gripe: why not 45 or 50% ABV? But I’m splitting hairs. I really enjoy this stuff!

Reviewed by: (Spring 2011)

93 points

Angel’s Envy Tawny Port Wine Barrel-Finished Bourbon, 55.8%

The second release in Angel’s Envy’s Cellar Collection, this one features 10 year old bourbon finished 10 months in tawny port casks. Pleasant oak and barrel char on the nose underpin playful notes of strawberry, cotton candy, and raisins. The palate is rich, with chocolate-covered mint, figs, and orange. Polished oak, bitter chocolate, red fruits, and blackberry punctuate the finish. A touch of water brings on a burst of flavors. (5,400 bottles)

Reviewed by: (Summer 2020)

92 points

Angel’s Envy Mizunara Oak Cask-Finished Kentucky Straight, 48.9%

Angel’s Envy Mizunara Oak Cask-Finished Kentucky Straight bottle. A very pretty and delicate whiskey that becomes more beguiling with each sniff. Following the initial peanut, vanilla, and caramel notes, it slowly reveals incense, dried pineapple, and stone fruits sprinkled with spice. The palate is generously sweet, with peach tea and soft wood tannins lending lovely texture, before a finish of zesty citrus, tobacco leaf, and exotic spice. Finished for two years in new charred mizunara oak.

Reviewed by: (Winter 2020)

91 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength (2018 Release), 62%

This begins with a big scoop of banana pudding, or maybe it’s banana cream pie, since there is a lively dusting of cinnamon and nutmeg. Pretty floral notes, sweet Jordan almonds, and apple candies are well integrated with oak. What it lacks in deep complexity it makes up for with vibrancy, joie de vivre, and sheer drinking pleasure that revels in a satisfyingly long finish.

Reviewed by: (Spring 2019)

90 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength (2015 Release), 63.95%

The Angel’s Envy Cask Strength port cask finished bourbon has developed a cult following, and it’s easy to see why. Jumping out are marshmallow, caramel, vanilla, roasted nuts, with a hint of cardamom, coffee, and nutmeg, but true beauty lies in the pronounced pumpkin pie, dark chocolate, raw pine nut, caramel, and sweet maltiness. I’d love for this whiskey to finish longer, but it does give a hint of nutmeg toward the end. Sourced whiskey.

Reviewed by: (Spring 2016)

90 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength (2017 Release), 62.25%

Initially, it’s extremely perfume-like, with floral notes often found in fragrances. Then the fruit completely takes over: banana, blueberry, plums, cherry, apple, pear, and quince. Of these, the banana lingers until chocolate and vanilla enter the picture, followed by hints of green pepper and graham cracker. Then, boom, baking spices launch into a lovely medium to long finish.

Reviewed by: (Winter 2017)

90 points

Angel’s Envy Madeira Cask Finished, 50%

A summer carnival of toffee, honeyed peanuts, and Sugar Daddy on the nose, along with lemon iced tea and a musty note of old books. Spiced and perfumed on the palate, with pronounced but balanced heat, bitter espresso, chocolate, and light caramel, accented by notes of eucalyptus and lemon zest. More spice on a finish of milk chocolate, coffee, toasted almonds, orange tart, and cooked blueberries. Lively, flavorful, mature, and balanced.

Reviewed by: (Fall 2021)

90 points

Angel's Envy Rye, 50%

The folks at Angel’s Envy once again push the envelope with this 95% rye whiskey finished in Caribbean rum casks. Vibrant, spicy rye notes (cinnamon and mint) are tamed by rich maple syrup, graham cracker crust, nutty toffee, candy floss, subtle tropical fruit, and creamy vanilla. Warm, spicy, rummy finish. This is a mood whiskey—not one I would drink every day—but the flavors marry nicely and the sweetness tames this high-testosterone rye whiskey. Bonus points for uniqueness. Editor's Choice

Reviewed by: (Summer 2013)

89 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength (2012 Release), 61.85%

A limited-edition (600 bottles), cask strength version of Angel’s Envy. More alcohol and more portwood influence than that standard release. Rich and lush in texture, with a sweet personality. Notes of ripe berried fruit, maple syrup, honeyed tangerine, vanilla, and background spice. Distinctive, with a soothing, velvety finish. I’d prefer less port influence, more aligned with the standard release, but it’s still a very enjoyable bourbon. Best after dinner, with a cigar.

Reviewed by: (Spring 2013)

89 points

Angel’s Envy Cask Strength (2014 Release), 59.65%

The third cask strength release and, like all Angel’s Envy bourbons, this one is finished in port barrels. When compared to the standard bottling, this cask strength release is packed with more of everything. It’s lush and palate-coating. Fruit forward too, with honey-coated cherries, sultana, ripe peach, pineapple in syrup, peppered with clove and vanilla, and wrapped in a silky smooth finish. This whiskey pushes the envelope of port finishing.

Reviewed by: (Winter 2014)

89 points

Angel’s Envy Caribbean Rum Cask Finished, 50%

Melted caramel, birch beer, and fresh violets on the nose, leading to a creamy palate of cooked bananas, chocolate syrup, butterscotch, licorice, gingerbread, marzipan, raisins, burnt brown sugar, and complex oak. Honeyed almonds and balanced spice take the lead on a solid finish, with trailing notes of melted caramel, plus cinnamon babka, barrel char, light smoke, and an earthy old leather note. A plentiful array of flavors, all meshing well.

Reviewed by: (Fall 2021)

88 points

Angel’s Envy Ice Cider Cask Finished, 53.5%

Casks that once held ice cider—sweeter and stronger than traditional cider—are used to finish this 7 year old rye, and they seem to have made a lasting, sugary impact on the whiskey. A vanilla aroma calls you in, and the rye’s notes of coffee bean and spicy ginger are wrapped in an envelope of an almost cloying flavor, reminiscent of a sweet cereal. (6,000 bottles)

Reviewed by: (Summer 2022)

88 points

Angel’s Envy Port Finished, 43.3%

Cherry cough syrup, cinnamon French toast, spearmint gum, boiled peanuts, dried flowers, hay, and a hint of sandalwood on a sweet and earthy nose. Creamy texture on a bitter palate, with dried cherries and strawberries, cinnamon sugar, and chocolate. With water there is tart cherry cobbler. Good length on a woody finish, with some vanilla cream and spice.

Reviewed by: (Fall 2021)

87 points

Angels Envy Cask Strength (2016 Release), 62.3%

No two Angels Envy Cask Strengths offer the same aromas. Here, cotton candy, honey, roasted pecan, and chocolate malt. Then a strange turn on the palate; roasted corn, dark chocolate, honey syrup, mashed cherry, caramel, Scotch ale, and cinnamon. Smoked cherrywood, hickory, milk chocolate, strawberry preserves, orange peel, and peach cobbler. What were once multiple fruit flavors now become a single cherry turnover with a sprinkle of cinnamon. It finishes medium with cherry.

Reviewed by: (Winter 2016)