Old Overholt Straight Rye Whiskey Bottled in Bond
100 proof
4 years or older
Rye
Beam Suntory
Nose
Very light and almost absent; faint fruity corn notes when noticeable; mustiness reminiscent of warehouse character.
Palate
Spicy and peppery with some plum and raisin fruit notes; less sweet than comparable bourbons; oilier mouthfeel with good viscosity.
Finish
Quick fade; lacks development and presence on the back end; disappears rapidly without lingering.
Overall Score
2.1 / 5
A historically significant rye with minimal aromatic presence and a finish that doesn't deliver on its spicy midpalate promise.
1.0
Undrinkable
2.0
Substandard
3.0
Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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