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Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Review

Tasting Notes & Ratings

Expert Rating: 87.5Highly Rated Bourbon Ratings Key

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Distillery Tasting Notes

Made by Sazerac Company ~ Buffalo Trace Distillery

A soft nose of chestnuts, spice, vanilla and fruit. Features flavors of cocoa, vanilla, spice, and white pepper. A long, warm and complex finish with caramel and spice combined with dry oak.

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Details

Proof: 95.6
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 47.8%
Aged: 13 Year
Retail (MSRP): $119.99

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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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