Sazerac Rye

Sazerac Rye is like an eager puppy, ready to please. There’s no denying the youth of the Dram. However, that youth also brings vibrancy. It’s very refreshing. Does it leave a bit to be desired? Yeah, but it’s cost to enjoyment ratio is what allows me to look past that deficit. Each sip leaves me with a smile. The nose brings spice, caramel, and subtle maple. A drop does mellow things a bit but even that might not be necessary depending on your mood. On the tongue, light with enjoyable heat. It’s a rich flavor but doesn’t last all that long. The finish is fleeting with nuance here and there. Not a lot to talk about. All and all, considering you can snag a bottle for under $20, this is fun, light and a great entry for those new to whiskey. (FWF share #41)

Cinnamon to leather to cinnamon to leather from the first sniff to the last hot remnants left on my tongue. To me, very simple. Maybe some red fruit making noise in the background.

good aroma. Great flavor. Holy crap this thing is a freaking Inferno on the front end. I thought it would get better after a couple sips. nope. it stays high intensity the entire way through. great for the middle of winter while you're sitting outside freezing your butt off. side note: the Russell 10 year I had after this tasted like water. update: tried it again, seeing I own a bottle. the fire is gone. not sure what happened to my taste buds but it is fantastic on the 2nd try. 3rd times a charm. I tried this as my base for old fashions...... good decision. now my go to for a rich, full old fashion.