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1776 Straight Rye (James E. Pepper) Review

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Expert Rating: 77 Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by James E. Pepper Distilling Co. LLC ~ James E. Pepper Distilling Co.

Complex & Flavorful; notes of mint, cloves, eucalyptus, chocolate, & honey. Our most popular whiskey; a great sipper neat or on the rocks, and makes the perfect Old Fashioned or Manhattan.

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Details

Proof: 100
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 50%
Aged: 3 to 4 years
Mash Bill: 95% Rye and 5% Malted Barley
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Ratings Key

Ratings breakdown based on a 100 point scale.

  • 90-100 Exceptional
  • 80-89 Very Good
  • 70-79 Average
  • 60-69 Below Average
  • 50-60 Drain Pour
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