Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye Cask Proof

Forward finish, baking spices. Pleasantly spicy

In the "good news department" is the recent release of Catoctin Creek whiskies in Canada. I love seeing more American whiskey offerings pop up locally. I decided to try the Cask Proof Roundstone Rye first, a single barrel 100% rye whiskey at 58% ABV. Orange syrup, dried dates and cloves meet severed wood as I inhale this deep amber rye. I can picture an old woodworking shop as I close my eyes and sit with this pour. While I sip, faint sweetness ascends to a pepper-petrol note in the middle. It wanes to an enjoyably long, warming, baking space-laden, cocoa dusted, lightly tannic oak finish. Catoctin Creek Cask Proof Rye opens up nicely with a few drops of water added. It's substantial enough to play with the light dilution but I'm curious to see how their other offerings compare. 7.25/10

This is one of my favorite Ryes. It is totally unique and has a viscus mouth feel as well, To me it has a strong fruity, almost a sherry taste up front and currant on the back end . It also slides down on the back end quite smoothly. A true winner!

Butterscotch bomb with Balcones rye flavor on the front. Long high proof finish. Can’t wait to try with water.

Smells sweet and dark, tastes the same. Very strong and spicy. Flavors of dates, figs, cloves, and molasses that start out deep and sweet with a long finish, but then it ends with a slightly bitter aftertaste like burned caramel or charred raisins that takes away from the experience.