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This is a review of Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey batch 002. Batch 2 is a 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond rye with a mash bill of 87% rye, 5% wheat, 5% malted barley, and 3% corn.
Rating: 79
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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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Detailed Tasting Notes
Nose Review - Rating: 80
The initial nosing of Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey was mild, so I had to give it a couple of swirls to see if that released more notes. The nose is still mild with rye, spice, and light brown sugar. However, there’s a bit of ethanol mixed in as well. I’m sensing a little bit of cherry underneath the spice. After a couple of sips, I returned to the nose and got a little bit of floral honey.
Palate Review - Rating: 81
The palate of Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey definitely has the feel of a bottled-in-bond proof point. Rye spice, clove, black pepper, and a bit of mint. Easy drinking spicy and herbal notes, with hints of cinnamon and clove.
Finish Review - Rating: 82
The finish heats up with chocolatey tobacco notes. The finish has a strong dried tobacco aftertaste.
Uniqueness Review - Rating: 79
Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey is a prototypical but well done rye whiskey.
Value Review - Rating: 74
$89.99 for a bottled-in-bond proof point is a little problematic.
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