Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey Batch 005
116.6 Proof
3 Years
Straight Rye
Hard Truth Distilling
94.6% Rye, 6% Malted Barley
Nose
Fruity and floral with prominent spice, classic spiced apple character with deep dark red candy notes from the sweet mash process and a subtle pine forest note underneath. Peach aromatics, ripe but not overly fresh, layered beneath the rye spice.
Palate
Spicy and fruity in equal measure with pronounced candy notes from the sweet mash process. The whiskey packs nice heat at 116 proof without overwhelming the palate, with spiced apples, dark licorice, raisin, and anise notes present.
Finish
The sweetness develops through the finish with a pleasant spice tingling on the tongue.
Overall Score
4 / 5
A well-crafted Indiana rye that honors the sweet mash tradition while maintaining spice and complexity, drinking noticeably more mature than its stated three-year age.
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Perfection