Templeton Rye Barrel Strength Straight Rye (2018 Edition)

Just buy this and enjoy it. You will not be disappointed. It seems that the Templeton master distillery hand picks and blends together the best barrels in their warehouse that were originally sourced from MGP . All varying ages used and a yearly release. Obviously I have done a bit of digging as I wanted to know more. One of the best Ryes I have ever had.

Not bad. Some short heat initially but sweeter as you sip. Not amazing

nose: grass and fruit with a little bit of oak. unfortunately I also smelled a slight bit of acetone as well taste: grass, fruit, strong kick at the end from the high proof. goes down smooth after that initial kick. finish: short finish, not as spicy as the 6 year rye. mostly spice and a little bit of oak at the end.

Has an extremely distinct pear taste that harkens to the rustic canned pears my grandmother used to preserve. Definitely 57%

Dill pickle at the start and then very good rye. Spicy with a bit of a kick to it.

Probably the best rye I have.