Booker’s Rye Big Time Batch 13-year-old rye whiskey 750ml

Description

Booker’s Rye is a rich, deep whiskey with a classic rye grain aroma of pepper, oak, and leather. It delivers nuanced complexity and exceptional balance, with bold spices, citrus, cinnamon, and heat. The 2016 LE Straight Rye is a popular and aspirational bottle, with fewer than 10,000 bottles released and a highly collectible nature due to its cult-status and the late passing of Booker Noe. This rye represents a holy grail for connoisseurs with a penchant for smoke and spice.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich caramel and campfire smoke early on; it’s robust, but balanced. Crème brûlée with a sultry smokiness.

Taste: Raw honey with a dusting of nutmeg and a Scotch ale malt profile that’s creamy and mouth-coating. Alas, a heavy bite hides much, needing water to open up. A drop adds complexity, spice, vanilla, chocolate, and licorice.

Finish: Lingering finish.