By Richard Thomas Rating: B Six years ago, Old Forester introduced its first rye whiskey. Keeping that in mind, it is about the time the company should do something to build further on its rye. The brand was introduced at 100 proof, so it was already in tandem with Old Forester Signature (the 100 proof …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ I first became acquainted with Cedar Ridge Malted Rye back in 2017, following a visit to the Iowa winery and distillery. That expression was the basis for what is their current Straight Rye. This is a 51% malted rye, 34% normal rye mash, with 12% corn and 3% malted barley …
Caviar and fine spirits have long been symbols of luxury, but combining them thoughtfully can elevate a tasting experience into something truly unforgettable. While Champagne and white wine are classic companions to caviar, whiskey—particularly those with smooth, smoky, or subtly sweet profiles—is quickly gaining popularity among connoisseurs seeking bold, modern pairings. Understanding how to choose …
By Douglas Fraser Rating: A Sagamore Spirits is known for making its rye whiskey in Baltimore. Time and time again, Sagamore aims to outdo themselves and create something better than what they have done before. This latest expression is no different. This Maryland rye whiskey distillery sets the standard for rye whiskey everywhere. Sagamore Spirits …
By Richard Thomas St. Patrick’s Day and the Spring Equinox are behind us, so even if the weather is still a bit chilly, springtime has arrived. As a rule, Spring is not a season associated with the much sought after, annualized limited edition releases that are so passionately sought after by enthusiasts. However, there are …
By Richard Thomas One of the possible shifts in trends I foresee is that if New Sober continues to make headway with Gen Z, whiskey could tumble into unpopularity again and for familiar reasons. In the 1970s, the Boomers moved away from the whiskey and other brown spirits enjoyed by their parents, embracing wine and …
Today, Old Forester releases its latest expression in the 117 Series: Bottled in Bond Rye – This release marks the first Bottled in Bond Rye Whisky handcrafted by Old Forester. The 1897 Bottled in Bond Act required that each bottling be composed of barrels filled during a single distillation season. This small batch of Rye …
Iowa’s Cedar Ridge Distillery has turned out two installments from its annual, limited release line for the end of the 2024-25 winter season. The first is what they consider the flagship for their annual, limited editions: the Cedar Ridge Port Cask Finished Bourbon. The Port in question comes from Cedar Ridge’s own in-house fortified wine, …
Chattanooga Whiskey today announced the newest addition to their lineup: Rye Single Barrels, which are the uncut, unfiltered expression of the company’s malt-forward approach to rye. Inspired by one of the distillery’s first experimental batches of whiskey, this version of their rare and flavorful style was made from the same four-grain, three-malt mash bill as …
Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee and Michter’s Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of Michter’s US*1 Barrel Strength Rye, with the consignment to ship in March. “When we began selling our rye many years ago, American rye whiskey was virtually an afterthought for a lot of people. Our team takes pride in …
