Leiper's Fork Straight Rye Whiskey
95 proof
3 years, 10 months
Rye
Leiper's Fork Distillery
55% rye, 30% corn, 15% malted barley
Nose
Cinnamon, tobacco, dried red fruit (strawberries), malted character, herbal notes
Palate
Sweet and peppery without being overbearing, dried berries, deep fruit flavors, corn-derived sweetness, balanced
Finish
Clean, cinnamon-forward with a Kentucky hug
Really good
A well-balanced southern-style rye with surprising sweetness and dried fruit notes that avoids the typical herbal harshness of rye while showcasing excellent blending work.
Harsh
Forgettable
Satisfying
Impressive
Undrinkable
Substandard
Average
Noteworthy
Perfection
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