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Blackwood
56.3%
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Distilled by an undisclosed producer in Kentucky from a mashbill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, this rye whiskey is finished in small batches using what the brand describes as its "signature Blackwood toasting process." That process involves a finish in three new toasted barrels from Kelvin Cooperage: a medium toast (no char) barrel, a char 4 barrel with toasted heads and a char 2 barrel with toasted heads. This rye has a suggested retail price of $159. Blackwood is available in Kentucky, Florida, Texas, Wyoming and Washington, D.C., or in 40 states via online ordering.
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Rich rye spice with plenty of ginger, peppercorns, clove and cinnamon, plus sweet caramel corn.
A lovely, spicy palate sees tons of ginger dance with orange peel, anise, cinnamon, oak, marshmallow, custard and chocolate. This rye is truly delicious, full and rich on the palate.
More ginger is joined by brown sugar, graham cracker, candied orange, cocoa and root beer on a long finish.
Incredible rye. It's spicy, decadent and jam-packed with flavor. Blackwood is a newcomer on the market, but it's putting out good enough whiskey to go toe to toe with industry powerhouses.
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Disclosure: The producer provided this sample to review free of charge, and without expectation of review or rating.
