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FEW STRAIGHT RYE
FEW STRAIGHT RYE
ABV 46.5%
ABOUT
Born of hearty grain and patience. The generous rye content is married with the sweetness of corn for a genteel interpretation of the venerable spirit. Patiently aged in air-dried oak barrels, it’s spicy character transcends mere resurgence.
METHOD
Blend of 70% Midwestern rye, 20% local corn and 10% two row malted barley. Fermented with a wine yeast from France’s Loire Valley. Aged in air-dried oak barrels.
TASTE & AROMA
Cinnamon and clove on the nose is backed up by corn sweetness and oak. The body is rich, with the sweetness Crisp grain. Caramel and honey on the nose, with luscious whiskey sweetness on the palate. Spiciness is accented by notes of pepper, ginger and vanilla. The long, satisfying finish emphasizes toasted oak, cherry, plum and pear flavours.
RECOMMENDED SERVES
Perfect for sipping neat or mixing in a “Mid-West Manhattan”.