Willett Family Estate Small Batch Rye 4 Year

Tasted neat in a glen, sat for 10. Nose: mostly oak/heat, bit of some sort of cereal grain (I can’t pick out) Palate: super smooth and subdued, velvety/oily texture; hint of cinnamon spice; it’s fairly sweet Finish: maple/brown sugar — stays sweet and very smooth for 114 pf for 4 yr. rye I’ll try next time with a drop of water and see if anything else opens up

Poured in a Glencairn glass and a few drops of water added. Nose: Cherry pie, some cinnamon, a mild brine lingers. The higher proof is apparent. Palate: Cherry, vanilla, caramel, a little black pepper. A pleasant full mouth feel. Finish: Stone fruit lingers. Sweetness fades quickly. Spices come to the forefront. Leather undertones. Pleasantly surprised at lack of alcohol burn. Ryes are usually underwhelming to me, but this is different. I’m glad I picked up a couple of bottles. This has become one of my favorites, especially given the price point, $55. I would pay twice that much for it. It’s worth picking up a bottle or two. Chances are, if you aren’t thrilled with it, someone else around will appreciate it for you.

Floral, sweet and spicy. Wish I picked up a second bottle.

Nose is sweet. Oak and fruity taste