Wheel Horse Barrel Proof Barrel Master Select Rye is sourced from Green River Distilling in Owensboro, Kentucky. The inaugural batch blends nine rye barrels aged between 5 years 8 months and 6 years, with a 95% rye mashbill. It's bottled at barrel proof strength.
The first sip introduces clover honey and fennel, creating a nice entry point. Moving across the palate, grapefruit zest and spicy clove take shape, supported by a moderately viscous mouthfeel. The finish begins with a flare of white pepper that swiftly transitions to Bazooka bubblegum.
If you’re looking for a new full power rye at a high abv, this could be right up your alley. It doesn’t shy away from what makes rye a formidable grain in the distilling world. You might not love this if you want the sweet world of whiskey.
