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Kentucky Peerless Toasted (Batch 1), 54.7%

Price: 110 Issue: Summer 2026 Reviewer: David Fleming Category: Rye Whiskey

Building upon the success of its straight rye and toasted barrel bourbon expres- sions, this one is aged in No.-3 char barrels before a finish in uncharred toasted oak. Earthy on the nose, with pine needles, grape candy, spicy grain, and a hint of vanilla. The palate is warm, sweet, and well-textured, offering ripe blackberries, vanilla, honey, and a dash of pepper spice. A long, smooth, creamy finish.