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I know that many fellow members share my great interest in Rye Whiskey. I thought that some of you might be interested in this article from Malt Advocate Magazine, where they conducted a Rye Roundtable, and brought together every significant personality in the modern Rye distilling industry in one room...
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If I may? Here are a few Ryes that have warmed the cockles of my heart over the last year (sorry for the lengthy post, but a picture is SURELY worth a thousand of my words): My favorite (that is available) I would say right now is the Michter's 10yr Rye. This is a prize as far as I am concerned ...
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I'm guessing that in addition to the grains involved (do grains have terroir?), the yeast would have a great effect on the final product much as it does in both beer and winemaking. I'm sure that the stills and the cuts the distillers make also has a great effect. I don't know how barrels...
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I'm a fan of American whiskey, and I was horrified to find that Van Winkle 13yo Rye is now retailing around the £50/bottle mark. (compared to £35 last time I bought a box). I get through a fair amount of spirits at home, making drinks for friends and family, and it would be good to find...
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So, I've been studying whiskeys lately, trying to get to know/appreciate them better. My husband is a Scotch fan, but that was a little deep-end-of-the-pool for me. I then discovered bourbon, and have found I like it A LOT more than Scotch. I've always been curious about Rye, and finally bought...