Professional Ratings
- 96–98 Points – Wine Enthusiast (various releases)
- 95–97 Points – Whisky Advocate (vintage-dependent)
- Multiple releases have earned Double Gold medals at major spirits competitions.
Review
Released annually in limited quantities, Angel's Envy Cask Strength is finished in Port wine barrels, amplifying the brand's signature style. Expect rich aromas of maple syrup, vanilla, dark chocolate, toasted oak, raisin, and baking spice. The palate is bold and concentrated, offering layers of caramel, toffee, ripe stone fruit, cinnamon, cocoa, and dried cherry, balanced by remarkable smoothness despite its high proof.
Professional Assessment
Strengths
- Exceptional richness and complexity.
- Port-barrel finish adds distinctive fruit and sweetness.
- Powerful yet surprisingly approachable for a cask-strength bourbon.
- Highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.
Overall Verdict
96/100 — Outstanding. A luxurious, limited-release bourbon delivering intense flavor, depth, and balance. One of the premier annual cask-strength releases in American whiskey.
