Knob Creek Cask Strength Straight Rye (2018 Release)

Nose: 4 | a bit muted, but from a freshly cracked bottle; need to revisit Palate: 4.25 | rich, dense, powerful; some sweetness upfront followed by mint and spice on the tail end Finish: 4 | decently long spice on the finish Price: 4 | definitely worth the $60 Verdict: Bottle A very flavorful, limited-release, barrel proof 9 year rye for $60? Yes please.

Peppery sugar with baking spices. There is a citrus under-tone that I frequently get with Knob Creek. While this rye is hot it is not over powering. The finish is similar to the body with some woody tannic qualities.