Old Overholt 12 Year Rye
117 proof
12 years
Rye
Old Overholt
$110
Nose
Leather, dried cherry, cranberry, caramel, and mahogany with rich complexity and age presence without candied sweetness.
Palate
Dry, oaky, leathery, nutty, and peppery with a mouth-watering quality. Displays aged dried fruit character and hint of strawberry; rich in a dry way. The palate punches despite the soft nose.
Finish
Long finish with pepper spice and holiday spice notes that linger considerably.
Overall Score
4.6 / 5
An exceptional aged rye that eschews candy sweetness for elegant desiccated fruit and leather, delivering a remarkably long, satisfying finish at a compelling price point.
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5.0
Perfection
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