Distilled by Jack Daniel's, this is the eighth release of its Distillery Series, which features a rye whiskey aged in maple wood barrels, utilizing a high toast. Let's dive in!
I didn’t favor this one as much as some of my colleagues did, but writing that isn’t to knock it. It’s a mighty fine whiskey, and it continues to be worth checking in with what Lynchburg does with their rye.
Overall, this is sweet and pleasant. It's not a raucous rye, and it's not a toasted nightmare, both of which are facets that work towards the success of this pour. It won't top the charts, but it's impossible not to enjoy neat either.
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House Review
Nose:
Sweet and buttery on the nose, tons of fresh creamed corn, butterscotch and a light dab of vanilla bean. Sweet, not necessarily the most complex, but plenty enticing.
Taste:
Oddly rich on the palate, a prickle of heat and a fat dab of peanut brittle, honey roasted peanuts and caramel corn. Pleasant viscosity on the palate.
Finish:
Short finish, sweet and nutty with a prickle of heat, there's a touch of butterscotch and honey roasted peanuts. The rye spice is mostly glossed over here, though the toast brings some additional sweetness.
Overall:
Overall, this is sweet and pleasant. It's not a raucous rye, and it's not a toasted nightmare, both of which are facets that work towards the success of this pour. It won't top the charts, but it's impossible not to enjoy neat either.
Score:
85
By The Daily Pour Staff
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