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Cedar Ridge Quintessential Single Cask American Single Malt Whiskey — Tokaji Cask Finish (117.8 proof, Cask #MQ 2022-02)
117.8 proof NAS Single Malt Cedar Ridge Swisher, IA $69.99
Nose

Honey-like, stewed fruit sweetness, stone fruit with peach notes, cooked compote character, sweet cream icing.

Palate

Sweet cream icing mixed with pear juice, soft and light despite high proof, drinks like high-90s proof, carries richness and depth of undiluted whiskey, suitable after a rich steak as a dessert dram.

Finish

Gentle, does not drink like 118 proof.

Top notch
A beautifully crafted American single malt that belies its barrel proof with elegant fruitiness and dessert-like sweetness, serving as an impressive gateway into the emerging domestic single malt category.
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Tasted on Episode 379 Pints and Barrels