Redemption 10 Yr Barrel Proof Rye
58.1% ABV
$100
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We would like to thank Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits and R\West for sending us a sample to review.
What the Producer Says
Mash Bill: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley
COLOR: Deep amber with lime hues.
AROMA: Seductive aromas of black caramel, molasses, and vanilla layered over tones of freshly cut grass and hints of ginger.
PALATE: The palate has amazing concentration. The spicy rye notes evolve with flavors of dark chocolate, licorice and fennel laced together with cardamom, black pepper and tarragon. The finish is long and mellow.
What Gary Says
Nose: Rich orange, caramel, chocolate, lemongrass, ginger, oak, cinnamon, clove, fresh cracked pepper with a hint of anise.
Palate: Dark chocolate orange, caramel, honey, rich with baking spices – clove, cinnamon, anise, nutmeg, and pepper.
Finish: Moderately long with baking spices, honey and oak.
Comments: This is a really nice barrel proof rye. Lovely Christmas spice notes throughout. I’m a big fan of the really high rye mash bill rye whiskies (compared to the more common ‘barely legal rye’ with just over 50% rye), and especially at barrel proof. Water really opens it up, although I loved it neat. This is nice and robust – an excellent cocktail rye that works just as well for sipping neat.