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Pikesville Straight Rye
Rye — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
January 21, 2019 (edited February 17, 2019)
55% abv (110 proof)
Nose: vanilla, sugar cookie and creamy rye spice. Almost dessert like. Touch of ginger and a hint of mint in the background.
Palate: caramel and big rye spice dominate; vanilla and brown sugar compliment on the development; hint of tart apple at the end; full, soft and mouth-coating texture.
Finish: medium length, nearly perfect balance of rye spice and bourbon notes; juicy fruit and spearmint and hint of cocoa pop up on the tail end.
Value: $45-55 bucks American. Worth it.
Final thoughts: this is simply a great rye whiskey that fits all moods. The rye spice is robust but not overpowering, leaving room for the barrel influence to shine. A dash or two of water balances this pour even further, making it enjoyable for high proof lovers as well as rye novices.
Score:
4/5
Recommend buying a bottle.
48.0
USD
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Bottle
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@pollywollydoodle back at ya!
@Generously_Paul yeah no dill note really
Good review, and yes a very nice rye. Unfortunately it costs AUS$140 (about US$100) over here, if you can even find it.
@Generously_Paul @pollywollydoodle Agree this is one of the best out there. It's unfortunately up to $65 now in my market but anything $50 or below is an instant buy for me!
One of my all time favorite ryes. Cheers!
@dubz480 thanks, if I see this one around I’ll grab it
@Generously_Paul no dill here. This is a barely legal Rye (51% Rye) with a high corn %. Its outstanding!
This one has been on my radar for a while now. Is the typical dill note found in a lot of ryes present here?