Castle & Key Experimental Series Vol. 1 – Spaniard Mill Rye Finished in Vino de Naranja Barrels
115.8 proof
3 years
Rye
Castle & Key
$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.
Overall Score
3.7 / 5
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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