Woodinville Cask Strength Straight 100% Rye

Bull City Bourbon Club pick, "Apryecot Jam" 100% rye mashbill Barrel No. 8337 NAS 57.74% abv; 115.48 proof Open 15 months Nose - Stewed apricots, bright honey, cinnamon candy, caramel, dark cereal grain, cardamon, light oak, and medium ethanol. Palate - Spiced apricot filling, sweet rye bread, clove, pine sap, white pepper, and dry cinnamon. Finish is medium with stale rye bread, dried apricot, My former bourbon club had the name spot on. This tastes overwhelmingly like an apricot cobbler, and little else. I don't know how many people reviewing whiskey have actually eaten fresh apricots. I have. At my friend's farm in Idaho which is covered in apricot trees. Let me tell you, they're not that great. There's a reason why they're not a standalone fruit in most desserts or grocery stores. I'd rather have a peach or nectarine any day of the week. It is pretty fascinating how different 100% ryes are in different regions of the country. Balcones, Dad's Hat, Alberta Premium, all wildly different. This has a unique flavor profile, but it's a one glass and move on type of drink.

Color: Copper Aroma: Rye, Sweet, Brown Sugar, Dark Fruit Taste: Dark Cherry, Chocolate, Brown Sugar, Heat

(Barrel pick from Brown Jug AK) Lots of flavor and more floral and dark fruit notes than I’ve noticed in most ryes. Nicely balanced w/the oak, vanilla, and spice. Alcohol burn is present but not overwhelming. A splash of water brings out more floral and fruit notes and mutes the ethanol - recommend trying both. Really nice stuff.

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