Dustin Gandoff
Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Co. Blended Rye Whiskey
The Nose
The nose of Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Co. Blended Rye Whiskey is complex and inviting, offering marshmallow, Kentucky cream pull candy, gentle oak, light rye spice, toasted almond, olive oil cake, white peppercorn and well mingled scents.
The Palate
The palate of Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Co. brings together notes of rye spice, creamed corn, peppercorn mix, sweet cinnamon spice, vanilla frosting and a fantastic oily mouthfeel.
The Finish
The finish of Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Co. Blended Rye Whiskey has a nice mix of notes including aged oak, rye spice, light leather, a touch of sweetness and pleasant lingering spice and heat.
Overall
Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Co. Blended Rye Whiskey is a truly North American blended rye, showing off what can happen when you get creative with blending. This unique flavor offers great complexity in its nose, palate and finish, making this whiskey enjoyable and worth seeking out.
Classification: Blended Rye Whiskey Finished in Infrared Toasted Cherry Oak Barrels
Company: Bardstown Bourbon Company
Distillery: Sourced from undisclosed distilleries in Indiana and Ontario, Canada
Release Date: November 2022
Proof: 110
Age: Blend of 6 year rye and 12 year Canadian whiskey
Mashbill: Undisclosed blend of:
6 Year Indiana Rye: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley
12 Year Ontario Whiskey: 100% Corn
Color: Dark Bronze
MSRP: $160 (2022)
This is a glowing review of Bardstown Bourbon Company’s blended rye whiskey. The writer praises its complex nose, inviting palate, and pleasant finish. They also acknowledge the creativity behind the North American blend and recommend seeking out this unique and enjoyable whisky.
The Bardstown Bourbon Company West Virginia Great Barrel Co. Blended Rye Whiskey sounds like a sophisticated and delicious whiskey. With its complex flavors and unique blend, it’s definitely worth trying for those who appreciate a good rye. The balance of spice and sweetness in the palate and finish makes it a well-rounded and enjoyable experience. Overall, this whiskey is a testament to the craft and creativity of American distilleries.