PBMichiganWolverine
Balcones Texas Rye 100 Proof
Rye — Texas, USA
Reviewed
September 9, 2018 (edited July 10, 2021)
I’m bumping this up to 5 stars. The Balcones rep at WhiskyLive gave me a small little “take away” of about 2 ounces in a vial. Having this alone without other tastings, and a substantial amount rather than just a sip, I feel as if I’m able taste it more fairly. Nose is mocha-ish, think a mixture of dark chocolate and coffee. But, wow...the palette...tasted blind I’d have confused this for spiked dark coffee. It’s probably the thickest whiskey I’ve ever had...as if someone mixed in Texas oil with the water. Personally, I love it...but it’s not for everyone. If you go in expecting to have your classic rye, which tastes grassy and minty, this ain’t it.
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@Ctrexman the is rye was so different —so much more chocolate -y than any other rye
Your 5 star review was the onus for me purchasing this rye and I could not be happier. Its fantastic. Will spend some time with the bottle before post, thanks for the review
@AZBourbonite yeah, this was not your everyday rye. They really put mocha front and center. And the VFM...was only $35!!
I just left a review and started reading some of the others, and yours jumped right out at me because my summary was this: I feel like I just got done eating a dark chocolate covered espresso bean. LOL
Ah interesting I've been very disappointed with Balcones too date to the point I've sworn off them. May have to reevaluate.
@Scott_E and honestly..for $40, simply can’t do better for a unique rye
@PBMichiganWolverine This sounds definitely unique and a must try. The terrior approach that is being used in the “craft” distillers (Westland, too) for American whiskey is producing some good and interesting products. Nice review!