Middle West Spirits
Middle West Spirits
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Distilled and bottled by Middle West Spirits in Columbus, Ohio, this straight rye whiskey is made from a four-grain mashbill of dark pumpernickel rye, Ohio soft red winter wheat, yellow corn and 2-row barley; aged at least three years in new oak; and bottled at 96 proof. Middle West sells it for $46.99.
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Confectionary, dark and brooding on the nose. Luxardo syrup, graham cracker, gingerbread, brown sugar, marshmallow fluff, cocoa, peaches and cream, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg.
Rich palate with plenty of clove and tobacco, a big banana walnut bread note, caramel, brown sugar, chili powder, oak, nutmeg, and more marshmallow fluff. A slight youthful woodiness is the only off note in sight.
Big coffee note on the finish is joined by rich marshmallow, banana nut bread, clove, tobacco and plenty of barrel char.
Delightful rye at a great price point. Incredibly rich despite its modest proof, this dark and decadent rye delivers a lovely balance of sweetness, spice and oak. It’s rich and deep and reminds me of a great Michter’s rye, albeit a bit less rich and and younger-tasting. It's held back by that youthful woodiness, but man, I'd love to taste it after a few more years in the barrel. As is, it's still great.
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