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Castle & Key Experimental Series Vol. 1 – Spaniard Mill Rye Finished in Vino de Naranja Barrels
115.8 proof 3 years Rye Castle & Key Frankfort, KY $65 63% rye, 17% corn, 20% malted barley
Nose

Chocolate orange, orange icing, mint, orange blossom florality with a sugary, sweet character.

Palate

Orange upfront transitioning to icing and cakey sweetness, with nice rye spice and pop-rocks effect. Mid-palate lights up with lots of flavor activity.

Finish

Spicy rye finish sitting at the back of the tongue with orange blossom florality.

Satisfying
A playful, well-balanced experimental rye with bright citrus sweetness and complementary spice that shows Castle & Key hitting their stride with creative finishes.
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Tasted on Episode 481 Back in the Saddle: Jim Returns for a 4-Bottle Review