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Kentucky Peerless Rye Whiskey Finished in Absinthe Barrel (Copper & Kings)
111.8 proof NAS Rye Peerless Distillery $129

Dominated by black licorice and anise with underlying caramel sweetness. Evokes German springerle cookies. Candy notes present throughout.

Candy-sweet black licorice takes center stage. Brief flash of tangerine zest at the initial bite. Measured rye spice builds toward the back of the throat. Very viscous mouthfeel.

Extremely long and lingering, with warming spice that persists well after the glass is empty. Described as sticking around through the evening and into the next morning.

Overall Score
4.1 / 5
A well-crafted, unconventional finished rye that delivers an immersive absinthe experience—magical and memorable, though best suited as an after-dinner sipper for adventurous palates.
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