87
Score
Minor Case Sherry Cask Finished Rye
Price: ● Issue: Spring 2019 ● Reviewer: Susannah Skiver Barton ● Category: Rye Whiskey
The sherry cask finish asserts itself right up front, with orange oil, sweet figs, cloves, and cedar; aromas of grape candy, peonies, spearmint, and allspice appear as well. While this is unabashedly a rye, with flavors of cinnamon, black pepper, and oak, the sherry comes to the fore again in the guise of grape soda, sweet cherries, and chocolate. The finish is sweet and oak-driven, with good length.