The first Hirsch expression I tasted was their Single Barrel Double Oak – an exceptional pour that did leave an impression. Since then, I’ve sampled The Horizon and The Bivouac. Let’s dive in and see how these two compare.

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The Horizon

Nose: Vanilla and oak

Palate: spices, cinnamon, pepper and oak

Finish: oaky and peppery

Cost: $46.99

ABV: 46%

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The Bivouac

Nose: cinnamon and vanilla

Palate: oak, baking spices and pepper

Finish: cinnamon and pepper

Cost: $59.99

ABV: 50%

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I’ve come to realize that cinnamon is one of my favorite notes in whiskey – and both claim to have that note. Let’s start with my least preferred of the two: The Horizon. For me, this one leaned more peppery than cinnamon. It lacked sweetness and, overall, came across as average. It’s not a bad whiskey by any means – certainly not the worst I’ve had – but it didn’t quite hit the mark falling a bit flat.

The Bivouac was a step up, though it still leaned more towards the peppery notes than anything else. There are moments when the baking spices come through, adding some welcome complexity. It’s a bit rough around the edges, but that’s likely due to its cask strength – bold, but not without bite.

Overall, these two expressions didn’t suit my palate. However, if you are curious about exploring this brand, I highly recommend looking at their Single Barrel – it’s a standout in my opinion.

Cheers!

Note: The contents on my blog are solely my opinion. To me every palate is different! Although I may or may not like a product, I always recommend for people to try it and make up their own minds.