Castle & Key Restoration Rye Single Barrel Pick – Basement Rick House Selection (Barrel #260, 5 Year)
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5 years
Rye
Castle & Key
Unknown
Nose
Clean, approachable nose without aggressive spice; baking spices rather than hot sauce heat.
Palate
Robust with baking spices including cinnamon and nutmeg; complex with multiple flavor layers; not a hot/spicy rye despite the grain bill.
Finish
Balanced finish without harshness; spice carries through without overwhelming.
Noteworthy
A bridge rye that appeals to both rye enthusiasts and bourbon drinkers skeptical of the category, showcasing robust baking spice complexity without the aggressive heat typically associated with rye whiskey.
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