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95% Corn and 5% Malted Barley Mash Bill Whiskeys

These are popular whiskeys with mash bill of 95% Corn and 5% Malted Barley.

Maryland Heritage Series Mount Vernon 14-Year Straight Rye Whiskey
Maryland Heritage Series Mount Vernon 14-Year Straight Rye Whiskey

TONS of maple syrup, ripe red fruits (especially plum), dark honey and cocoa powder, spiced stewed apples. Palate: There's a subtle smokiness throughout, orange oils, black pepper, maple syrup, long peppery finish. It's a long finish, followed by a long

Hudson Bright Lights, Big Bourbon
Hudson Bright Lights, Big Bourbon

Notes of rich vanilla and lightly salted caramel on the finish.

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