Hard Truth Harvest Rye x Mellencamp Whiskey Company
106 proof
NAS
Rye
Hard Truth Distillery
$69
Unique proprietary blend (not specified)
Nose
Extraordinarily fruity with jam, preserves, apple butter, plum, darker stone fruits, buttery compote character.
Palate
Sweet with spiced pear, toffee, rich caramel, buttery fruit spread, silky texture; rye spice is restrained.
Finish
Warming with lingering fruit and spice notes.
Overall Score
4.6 / 5
A phenomenal collaboration featuring an unexpectedly rich, farmhouse-inspired flavor profile of buttered fruit preserves and caramel that transcends typical rye expression.
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Perfection
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