R6 Straight Rye Whiskey
86 proof
At least 4 years
Rye
R6 Distillery
$62
Blend of three mash bills: 95% rye, 51% rye, and one undisclosed
Nose
Flower sweetness with spring tulips and fresh-cut grass notes, sweet tea with lemon, citrus character including key lime pie.
Palate
Honey with Christmas spice and orange notes, hot toddy character in wintertime profile, subtle burn with controlled heat, sugar smacks cereal notes.
Finish
Spice carries through cleanly, not overly sweet, suitable for sipping neat.
Overall Score
4.2 / 5
A sophisticated rye whiskey that balances floral and citrus notes with honey sweetness and measured spice, demonstrating the complexity of its blended mash bill approach.
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