Distiller Notes
After aging two separate new charred American white oak casks, this unique triple cask matured whiskey is then finished in fine Spanish Port wine casks for 67 days to add exceptional smoothness and hints of plum, raisin and candied fruit to complement the traditional rye spice notes. The combination of all the barrels also imparts a distinct dark baker's chocolate note to the palate and finish. The dark honey amber color of this whiskey offers caramel, vanilla and hints of winter fruit on the nose. The flavors offer all the traditional notes of a well-balanced rye along with lots of rye spice balanced by caramel, vanilla and maple syrup notes opening into hints of prune, fig, date and raisin before the long, clean finish of winter fruit sweetness, dark baker's chocolate and leather.
Known for its peppery, spicy bite, Rye serves as the ideal base for cocktails like the Sazerac, Manhattan or Old Fashioned. In order for a spirit to be labeled an American Rye Whiskey, the mash bill must be comprised of at least 51% rye grain. The remainder of the mash is most often a combination of malted barley, wheat or corn. After distillation is complete, the spirit is transferred to unused, charred white oak barrels for a minimum of two years, though many producers choose to age longer.
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