- BrandPikesville
- CountryUSA
- RegionKentucky
- TypeRye Whiskey
- Size750ml
- SKU 210000006167
Pikesville Rye 6 Year 110 Proof
A nice mix of sweet and spicy. Cherry syrup, rye spice, red licorice and cinnamon apple float up from the glass. There’s a hint of ethanol present that reminds me this is 110 proof, however it doesn’t distract from the experience. Instead, all of the flavors co-mingle nicely and produce a very satisfying nose.
Cherry is the name of the game with this palate. Cherry cola is immediately present along with the cherry syrup from the nose. Layered beneath are hints of rye spice, vanilla, and summer fruits. This is a rye that’s easy to sip due to its sweeter flavor profile and due to the fact that it tends to drink at a lower proof than it actually is. It’s not the most complex rye out there, but it has a really enjoyable palate that had me going back for more and more.
Rye spice, vanilla, and cherry are immediately noticeable. Upfront the finish contains a nice amount of heat that slowly expands and creeps its way down my throat. As the finish lingers on, a subtle amount of oak makes its way forward along with that familiar cherry syrup taste that’s present in the nose and palate. While not very complex, it provides a nice pleasant endcap.