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Old Overholt 12 Year Cask Strength Rye
117 proof 12 years Rye Beam Suntory Clermont, KY $110
Nose

Berry-forward with prominent raspberry, strawberry, and jam character alongside oak and warehouse notes. Less pronounced nuttiness than the 11-year, with a cleaner sweetness.

Palate

Berries and cream with vanilla icing sweetness, dark cherry, and a salivating quality that engages the palate fully. Mid-palate concentration with velvety, luxurious texture. Balances sweetness with dark fruit notes.

Finish

Long and salivating with leather and white pepper notes. Combines the sweetness of the 11-year with the spicy tingle and assertiveness of the 10-year, delivering the best of both expressions.

Top notch
An impressive expression that delivers berries and cream sweetness alongside dark cherry and spice, with a lengthy, salivating finish and rich texture that justify its premium price point.
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Tasted on Episode 487 Overholt Overload: Tasting the 10, 11, and 12-Year Cask Strength Ryes