Russell's Reserve Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye 104 proof

Distillery Notes:

Russell’s Reserve has produced some of the best rye whiskeys, and this non-chill filtered, 104-proof single barrel rye is no exception. Master Distiller Eddie Russell planned this release for years, resulting in a big, bold whiskey that strikes a balance of spicy pepper, vanilla, and tobacco flavors.

Mashbill: 51% Rye, 37% Corn, 12% Malted Barley

Tasting Notes:

• COLOR: Rich amber
• AROMA: Lemon, vanilla, and spicy oak with notes of orange peel and ginger
• TASTE: Pepper, vanilla, and tobacco flavors
• FINISH: Pear drops and peppercorn

Awards/Reviews:

Double Platinum - Ascot Awards 2022

“Buttery and grain forward nose leads to a beautiful cinnamon forward palate with a gentle salinity and a very clean mouthfeel. After a few more sips, pepper comes out to play. Hello!”

"A charge of rye and baking spice followed by strong notes of pepper, dill, vanilla and citrus. Lighter notes of citrus, nuts and fruit fade in and out. It’s a wonderful rye focused nose and I enjoyed it immensely. A great cask. Heavy rye and baking spices roll across the palate, forging the path for notes of citrus, dill, dark sweets and a bit of mint to come through. Like the nose the palate is rye centric and wonderful. Long spicy fade of wood, citrus and dark sweets. This is a bold and powerful single barrel rye for a fairly reasonable price." - The Whiskey Jug  

92 Points – 4 Stars, Very Delicious, 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

93 Points – Gold Medal – Exceptional, 2018 Beverage Testing Institute