WhistlePig The Boss Hog III: The Independent

~1.5 oz pour for 50 USD. It’s a potent rye with some single malt influence. This spent some time in ex-Macallan barrels. I could not identify Macallan specifically, and had to squint my eyes to really imagine that there was any sherry. This is just a well done spicy rye that goes down very smooth for 60% ABV. When this was still on the shelves, I had an opportunity to grab this on sale for $330. Glad I did not. The 4th edition (The Black Prince) is a much more memorable whiskey, although also more expensive. This does not have the fruity explosion that made me grab a full bottle of The Black Prince. 2.5 / 5 (price factored)

great spicy whisky

Nose - Soft vanilla and sweet pipe tobacco balanced by oak. Palate - Smooth vanilla and rye spiciness that coats the mouth, balanced with soft baking spices. Finish - Long and smooth and lingering vanilla sweetness, rye and clove.