Templeton Rye Barrel Strength (2019 Edition)

Nose : some signature dill pickle, grassy notes maybe a hint a oak Palate: it’s got a good amount of mint to it, tastes fairly young my guess is under 4yrs or right at that if, a little bit of rye spice and that grassy note again. The finish is long and minty as well Overall I’d give this one about a 81 it’s pretty young but well done. Sometimes a youthful rye hits the best notes. Although for the price point I’d rather have James e pepper rye or the James e pepper cask strength for a fraction of the price.

Just ...wow! Splash of water opens it us even further. Surprisingly balanced for a Barrel Strength .

Spicy

Just a great smooth drink. The Rye has a great flavor and is not overwhelming. I drink Crown, Gentleman Jack, Eagle Rare, Makers Mark and Four Roses and would put this above a few of them. Just an all around good drink

"Neat” "0-1: Bad. What mixers can I use with it to cover it up 2: Meh. Simply not my taste, nothing to be excited about at all 2.5: Sub-par. Ill drink it... but only because its whiskey. 3: Good. Decent stuff, but not a rebuy 3.5: Very good. I might buy again 4: Excellent: Will be purchasing a bottle asap 4.5: Incredible: top of the purchase list 5:Amazing: cost and taste are worth every cent""