Leiper's Fork Distillery Straight Rye Whiskey
95 proof
3 years 10 months
Rye
Leiper's Fork Distillery
$85.99
55% rye, 30% corn, 15% malted barley
Nose
Candy and licorice with candied orange marmalade notes, complemented by a signature barrel spice with a peppery undertone and subtle floral notes. The combination evokes orange marmalade with hints of pepper and spice drops.
Palate
Full-bodied flavor that excites the entire palate with notes of toasted pumpernickel rye bread with marmalade jelly and salted butter spread. The spice from both the rye and barrel work together, creating layers of candied gum drops and spice drops throughout the mouth, under the tongue, and in the cheeks.
Finish
Medium to long finish with lingering marmalade sweetness and candied spice drops. No bitter aftertaste or drying sensation; clean and pleasant.
Overall Score
4.5 / 5
A beautifully crafted Southern rye whiskey that balances spice and sweetness with excellent complexity and smooth texture, made by a dedicated craft distillery doing exceptional work.
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Perfection
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