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Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old (2009) Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 91Highly Rated Bourbon Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Sazerac Company ~ Buffalo Trace Distillery

Very mature, with notes of oak, leather molasses and all-spice. The long, warm finish is preceded by notes of mint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, vanilla, and lingering pepper.

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Details

Proof: 90
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 45%
Aged: 18 years
Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace Rye Mash Bill
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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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