Leiper's Fork House Rye Barrel #9 Single Barrel Cask Strength (55% Rye)
104.6 proof
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Rye Whiskey
Leiper's Fork Distillery
55% rye, 30% corn, 15% malted barley
Nose
Sweet forward profile with grain-driven characteristics
Palate
Super sweet with an almost candylike quality, reminiscent of sweet tea with a spoon you could stand up in it
Finish
Peppery finish with a robust flavor profile
Overall Score
4.1 / 5
A southern-style rye with surprising sweetness and complexity for a young whiskey, showcasing the distillery's preference for lower rye content and corn-forward character.
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Perfection
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