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Orphan Barrel Rhetoric 21 Years Old Bourbon Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 81Highly Rated Bourbon Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Diageo PLC ~ Diageo

Beginning with an oaky and leathery nose hinting of vanilla, caramel and honey, Rhetoric 21-Year-Old tastes of charred wood, black pepper spice, dark chocolate and baking spices before a long, woody finish.

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Details

Proof: 90.2
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 45.2%
Aged: 21 years
Mash Bill: 86% Corn, 8% Malted Barley, and 6% Rye
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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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