WhistlePig Old World Cask Finish Rye 12 Year

Drakes for whiskey rebellion,

Bottle label says that the spirit within was a product of Canada, not Indians. Very smooth and pleasant tasting

Bottle kill tonight and final thoughts on my bottle of Whistle Pig 12 year finished rye. Even though this is a lower proof, it has tons of flavor and complexity. My only complaint is the price point, and that seems to be an issue across the board with Whistle Pig offerings. This was gifted to me, but I doubt I would drop the cash to buy it for myself. This was a terrific bottle, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed for another gifting.

Sweet. Perhaps too sweet for a rye. I’m catching maple notes.

The nose of the whiskey is complex and fruity. It leads with the sweet raisins of the madeira cask before transitioning to the cherry of the port with undertones of smoke and spice from the spirit itself. There is just the barest hint of dark molasses as well. On the tongue, the rye comes through with a full-bodied, rich spice. Here the influences of the various casks bloom into their full glory. Once again there is a smokey and woody quality imbued by the various barrels. There is a sweet hint of sweet cherry with an overtone of stone fruit. It finishes with raisin and smoke. There is a delightful cinnamon and allspice flavor throughout with a hint of burnt sugar. It settles into a warm glow in the chest and throat.