I'm almost certain Willet Pot Still changed their malt bill a few years ago. I don't hate it, but it's certainly not something I replace when I run out. I don't know if I picked up toasted notes from the barrel, but there is something about the finish seems burnt to me. I don't think it's the ABV. Blanton's is a solid whiskey. I'm obligated to buy 7 more bottles, if you know you know.
@vincentr6109 they did change about 4 years ago, but its still under the tutelage of the same family/master distillers. they also went through a rather large growth spurt in the last years so maybe theres some growing pains going on, definitely doesn't deserve the hate its been getting. On Blanton's you're right right, no matter the hype, its still a worthy whiskey and a force for collecting those damn cork toppers! lol!
