High West Double Rye

Extremely spice forward. DILL PICKLE. Medicinal. Anise, dill, and juniper nose. Drinks smoother than 46%. Full body. Cherry on the finish. One of the more interesting, non finished whiskeys I’ve had. Won’t be a go-to rye for me. Perhaps this is the extreme end of where Rye whiskey should go?

Good cinnamon flavor. Good for old fashion

Batch reviewed is 19H06. Color is a basic amber. Nose has a faint oiliness, with notes of mild ethanol, faint evergreen, and subtle rye spice. First sip is pleasantly spicy, with a blend of classic rye spice, baking spice, and a very mild baseline sweetness. Mouthfeel is full, very slightly oily. Finish is a little short, with a continuation of the backing spices. Additional sips reveal subtle notes of the evergreen/juniper.