WhistlePig The Boss Hog VIII - LapuLapu’s Pacific Bourbon Straight Rye Whiskey
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The Boss Hog VIII pays tribute to the legendary Filipino warrior LapuLapu, who defeated Captain Magellan’s Spanish force at the Battle Of Mactan in 1521. This rare edition sees a double finish in heavily toasted Philippine Rum casks, adding layers of warm spice and delicate tropical notes to this complex, well-aged Rye Whiskey. This rare and outstandingly complex whiskey is barrel strength, bottled between 104.8 and 106.6 proof.
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Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep burnished amber with copper-gold highlights and a mahogany undertone.
Nose
Rich vanilla envelops the aroma, giving way to delicate tropical hints of underripe banana, freshly picked lemon, and molasses—soft, sun-warmed and inviting.
Palate
Fresh ground cinnamon dominates the palate, bright citrus zest cutting through, with lush butterscotch and delicate notes of toffee.
Finish
Tanned leather, light brown sugar, nutmeg and allspice mingle with a long-lasting black pepper rye spice.
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