Smoked Chili Old Fashioned (Wilderness Trail Rye / Hella Bitters Smoked Chili / Seldom Seen Farms Bourbon Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup)
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Rye
Wilderness Trail Distillery
Nose
Spicy rye character enhanced by the smoky, peppery notes of the smoked chili bitters; subtle maple undertones from the bourbon barrel-aged syrup add depth and sweetness.
Palate
Medium spice from the rye amplified by the heat and smoke from the hella bitters; the bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup provides viscosity and caramel sweetness balanced against the chili's intensity.
Finish
Lingering heat and smoke with a warm, peppery sensation; the maple syrup creates a slightly creamy mouthfeel that softens the spice.
Top notch
A bold and creative old fashioned that successfully melds spice, smoke, and maple sweetness into a memorable, well-constructed cocktail perfect for warm weather sipping.
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Forgettable
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