Hard Truth Indiana Straight Rye Whiskey
100 Proof
4 Years
Straight Rye Whiskey
Hard Truth Distillery
$42
Nose
Almonds and candied almonds with fresh spring botanicals like dandelions and a slight green note, accompanied by sweet tea with lemonade and a sugary Skittle-like sweetness without overwhelming ethanol.
Palate
Very sweet with candied almonds, green flavors, and a deep sweetness that saturates the center of the palate; has a sweet chili spice on the second sip with a sweet-tart quality and notes reminiscent of fresh corn cob sweetness.
Finish
Medium finish that hugs the sides of the mouth and tongue, saturating the center of the palate without a strong chest hug.
Overall Score
3.8 / 5
A very sweet, dessert-like Indiana rye that works well as a spring and summer sipper or in breakfast cocktails, though it may be too sweet for traditional bourbon drinkers.
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Undrinkable
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5.0
Perfection