Breaking Bourbon – Review: Lost Lantern 2024 Single Cask #18 Spirit Works 10 Year Old California Straight Rye
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A bold rye that delivers unusual flavors from one of the oldest ryes ever released to date from Spirit Works Distillery.
An unexpected and intriguing set of scents for a rye greets you as you lift the glass up. Lemongrass and light spearmint wrap around faint sweet notes of cotton candy and brown butter, while rye grain, oak, and a light lemon rind add further depth. While the nose slightly gives away the barnstormer proof, the proof is quite noticeable at the midpoint, as bold in-your-face flavors of aged oak, rye spice, dried fig, and lemon essence make themselves known. This boldness carries over to the finish as rye spice rushes forward, followed by intriguing lemongrass and faint Lemonhead candy notes before more traditional notes of peppery oak and leather take over.
Overall, this is an intriguing rye. It’s just shy of HAZMAT at 139.2 proof, but it will sneak up on you as the sip goes on. The various lemon flavors throughout are an intriguing proposition, but never detract from the experience. Rye lovers will find a lot to like, especially those who are trying to break away from the more standard flavor profile associated with this whiskey type.
OVERALL RATING: 3.5/5 Barrels – WELL ABOVE AVERAGE!
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