Hard Truth Indiana Straight Rye Whiskey (100 Proof, 4 Years Old)
100 proof
4 years
Rye
Hard Truth Distillery
$42
Nose
Almonds, Christmas potpourri, fresh spring florals with dandelion and chicory notes, dry sweetness with a Skittles-like sugary character, minimal ethanol presence.
Palate
Very sweet with candied almonds, green tea with lemonade notes reminiscent of an Arnold Palmer, sweet spice on the second sip, deep sweetness across the sides of the tongue with sweet-tart character, fresh corn cob sweetness.
Finish
Medium finish with tongue and side-of-mouth hug but minimal chest impact, sweetness saturating the center of the palate with no lingering spice.
Overall Score
3.7 / 5
A distinctly sweet Indiana rye that works well as a spring or summer sipper and could even work in breakfast cocktails, though it may be too sweet for traditional bourbon drinkers.
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