JCwhammie Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 1 hour ago, CUfan99 said: Looking forward to a quality Fryeday evening with this. I dont think you'll be disappointed in that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryT Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 On 1/7/2021 at 12:32 PM, geclbxf said: Did you try tie Alberta Premium cask yet? I did NOT love it - had high hopes but was not impressed with the drinkability. Very harsh and unforgiving to me. On 1/8/2021 at 6:34 PM, GaryT said: Haven't done a sbs yet, but liked my first pour. Definitely younger than the WP, but found it on the nose to be fairly soft for 66% ABV rye. Will try to post more detailed notes this weekend, but I enjoyed it quite a bit (although I've been a fan of Canadian rye). Want to make multiple passes before definitely saying (sometimes I LOVE something the first time, then want to spit out the next three ) After several sittings, I really like this. On the nose I get vanilla, cedar, mint, soft oak, and hints of cherries and maple - way different from a 100% (or even the 95% rye) mash matured in IN or KY. The palate was full of caramel and vanilla, milk chocolate, black currants, figs, and some baking spices. I did find that it benefited from letting it sit in the glass for a bit - right out of the bottle the proof was a bit harsh on the nose, but sitting in a Glencairn for maybe 10 minutes, it got a lot better. Also really loved how this took water - taking on a thick and viscous mouthfeel (and bringing out more maple and cedar notes). I read that it might be 5 yrs minimum but no idea on the age (and it didn't taste old to me, so I'd buy a 5-8 yr range). I'd maybe try adding some water, giving it a stir and letting it sit and see if it improves for you (might not, but worth a shot IMHO). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geclbxf Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 18 minutes ago, GaryT said: After several sittings, I really like this. On the nose I get vanilla, cedar, mint, soft oak, and hints of cherries and maple - way different from a 100% (or even the 95% rye) mash matured in IN or KY. The palate was full of caramel and vanilla, milk chocolate, black currants, figs, and some baking spices. I did find that it benefited from letting it sit in the glass for a bit - right out of the bottle the proof was a bit harsh on the nose, but sitting in a Glencairn for maybe 10 minutes, it got a lot better. Also really loved how this took water - taking on a thick and viscous mouthfeel (and bringing out more maple and cedar notes). I read that it might be 5 yrs minimum but no idea on the age (and it didn't taste old to me, so I'd buy a 5-8 yr range). I'd maybe try adding some water, giving it a stir and letting it sit and see if it improves for you (might not, but worth a shot IMHO). I will have to let it sit before revisiting - TY 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markandrex Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 Some Blaum Brothers rye on the rocks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshall9779 Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 Been enjoying this NR SiB lately and had a pour of my mini barrel aged rye from the first bottle pulled at 4 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Loblaw Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 Caught my 5yr old just in time! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJWP Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 On 1/7/2021 at 12:32 PM, geclbxf said: Did you try tie Alberta Premium cask yet? I did NOT love it - had high hopes but was not impressed with the drinkability. Very harsh and unforgiving to me. Wow that shocks me a little as most find the opposite despite its proof . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geclbxf Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 3 hours ago, MJWP said: Wow that shocks me a little as most find the opposite despite its proof . Thought maybe I caught it on a bad tastebuds night, but just tired again and dont like it much. Guess that's what makes the world go round! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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