by Michael Cervin | Feb 4, 2025 | Rye, Whiskey
A deep golden hue telegraphs what’s in store here – a deeper, richer sort of expression of rye. As a straight rye, the spicy rye, cracked pepper notes are at the center of this, as they should be. Following up are notes of burnt caramel, dried apricot, orange zest, a... 
by Michael Cervin | Feb 4, 2025 | Rye, Whiskey
Within the whiskey industry the wine category has influenced whiskey-making, most notably through use of various casks to secondarily age whiskey and enhance its flavor profile. Redemption’s Sur Lee is a first of its kind rye whiskey inspired by the French winemaking... 
by Michael Cervin | Nov 29, 2024 | Whiskey
Stone Brewing, a perennial beer fan favorite, partnered with Foundry Distilling to release the new Arrogant Bastard Whiskey. Its appearance is deep amber. The nose offers aromas of malty sweetness, caramel, toasted oak, and hints of hops and roasted coffee This... 
by Michael Cervin | Nov 21, 2024 | Rye, Whiskey
Slightly sweeter than most ryes, this nonetheless promotes solid rye character. The spiciness of the rye is evident, as are some light butterscotch and muted vanilla notes. Billed as a double rye, it does not contain aggressive, spicy notes as you might expect from a... 
by Michael Cervin | Oct 30, 2024 | Rye, Whiskey
Templeton offers a definitive note of rye, which should be expected. The spiciness is not strong, however, and is well integrated into the bourbon as a whole. There are light notes of resin, butterscotch and sugared almond along with bright but subtle citrus notes.... 
by Michael Cervin | Oct 16, 2024 | Whiskey
Flavored brown spirits are nothing new, yet the novelty can come across as a one trick pony. I’d heard of Duke & Dame Salted Caramel Whiskey for well over a year and, frankly, though salted caramel is wonderful, I wondered whether it could work as a flavored...
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