McKenzie Rye Whiskey
Fingerlakes Distilling Rye Whiskey- I know , I know….but every once in a while take a chance on a new beverage. Rye is the grain that makes this drink a winner and you will likely be surprised by the flavor. But first you’ll have to tear yourself away from that synchronized swimming DVD and focus on the tasting at hand. The nose is powerful and frankly foreign , I’m a barley guy for heaven’s sake….I found the first taste whacked me with alcohol and a less than subtle bite but after swirling it around , the warmth and nutty flavors kicked in. The second taste gave me a mouth watering mildly acidic flavor and intense spiciness, quite nice actually. The color was a pale amber and I surprisingly even began to enjoy the kick that accompanied each sip. At a certain point you actually taste the grain that makes this a delightfully chewy Whiskey. The finish was faster than a speeding bullet , not what I’m used to but hey, it’s rye ! I love the fact that this beauty is crafted right in my part of the world , New York’s most beautiful lakes region. Finally, just how do those swimmers hold their breath while their legs are wildly flailing around above water? Please report back to the team. Rated a non traditional 8 and recommended unconditionally, no splashes allowed.
The Single Malt Snob 