Nashtucky Whiskey Co. 'Fairly Deep' Private Barrel Selection 6 Year Old, New American Oak Cask, Cask #10017, 65.4%

The fruit gives this rye a welcome lift: ripe orchard fruit, including peach, and red berries sit alongside a much bolder run of pepper, cinnamon, and clove. That contrast sounds appealing, with brown sugar and toffee offering some sweetness against the dry oak and warming, peppery finish. It leans firmly toward spice rather than an easygoing fruit-led style, but the fruit notes keep the character from feeling one-dimensional. A lively, assertive pick for someone who enjoys rye spice with a little brightness around the edges.

Reviewed by sunbeam compass

Nose

Peppery rye spice, caramel, toasted oak, light herbs, honeyed flowers, brown sugar, and ripe orchard fruits such as peach.

Palate

Black pepper, cinnamon, clove, brown sugar, toffee, spearmint, peanut brittle, cereal grain, red berries, marshmallow, and spice cake.

Finish

Long and warming, with lingering spice, dry oak, herbal notes, and a peppery fade with proof-driven heat.