Kentucky Peerless Rye Whiskey Finished in Copper & Kings Absinthe Barrel
111.8 proof
NAS
Rye
Peerless Distillery
$129
Nose
Dominant licorice and anise notes that take over the whiskey. Caramel and sugar notes present but overpowered by the licorice. Smells like black licorice jelly beans and springerle cookies (German spiced cookies with anise). Sweet candy notes throughout.
Palate
Super sweet with black licorice as the core flavor. A tad bit of spice rolling down the palate. Reminiscent of Uzo and Jägermeister. Very viscous mouthfeel. Citrus notes like tangerine zest accompanying the initial bite and spice.
Finish
Long, lingering finish that sticks with you. The licorice and spice persist. The finish is described as lasting forever, with the flavor remaining noticeable long after swallowing. Pleasant taste that carries through.
Really good
A special, magical after-dinner sipper that transforms rye whiskey into a dessert-like experience with dominant anise and licorice notes from the absinthe barrel finish.
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