Peerless Kentucky Straight Rye (24 Months)

I used to be a fan of Peerless Rye without being impressed by it, but honestly, I feel the product has improved dramatically. I may have had a young barrel a year ago but this new bottle has made me a believer. Rye spice nestled in a syrupy, cotton candy fluff. Tannins need not apply. Golden, soft, it neither takes nor doles out any offense. They’ve done what they’ve set out to do.

Arizona Whiskey Community barrel pick. Brown sugar, vanilla, spice, hint of smoke and oak in the aroma with some substantial alcohol heat. Nice mouthfeel, flavors match the aroma, pretty hot though. Overall a really excellent rye.

Candied fruit on the nose, fig, rich spice- hot finish for a 108. Wasnt ready for that.

Candied fruit on the nose, fig, rich spice- hot finish for a 108. Wasnt ready for that.

It’s good but I’m glad I didn’t purchase a bottle and instead tried it at a bar first. I didn’t really get any of the rye spice I was expecting.

For a rye, this is really smooth and flavorful!