| Rating | 91 |
| Style |
Rye American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Produced In | United States |
| ABV | 50% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $93.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2024-10-23 |
Angel's Envy Finished Rye Review
This is a left-field rye whiskey and one that, after tasting, you'll be able to pick out from a mile off during a blind tasting. Finished in rum casks, the expressive rye begins with heavy doses maple syrup, brown sugar, cloves, and cinnamon aromas, and basically every other baking spice you can imagine. The palate takes a similar path but manages to deliver even more intensity. Buy this bottle if you’re a fan of winter-spiced desserts or perfumed candles. You’ll love it.
Angel's Envy Finished Rye Pros And Cons
Pros
- Very distinctive, unique character
- Great concentration of aromas and flavors
Cons
- Profile not typical of rye whiskey
- Expensive for a non-age-statement whiskey
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