Rating 92
Style
American Whiskey
Whiskey
Age Statement 6 Years
Produced In United States
ABV 45%
Availability Year Round
Price $43.00 
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Review Updated 2022-09-28

Russell's Reserve 6 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Review

Arriving at a "gentle" 45 percent ABV, this release proves that character and concentration of flavor do not arrive as a direct result of having a high alcohol content. In terms of its profile, Russell's Reserve is a textbook Kentucky-style rye: fruit-forward and opulent, with a pleasant hint of subtle spice. There's no need to mix this in cocktails, though it's best to hold off on the ice when sipping neat.

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Russell's Reserve 6 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Arriving at a "gentle" 45 percent ABV, this release proves that character and concentration of flavor do not arrive as a direct result of having a high alcohol content. In terms of its profile, Russell's Reserve is a textbook Kentucky-style rye: fruit-forward and opulent, with a pleasant hint of subtle spice. There's no need to mix this in cocktails, though it's best to hold off on the ice when sipping neat.

Reviewed On: 09-14-2021
92
POINTS
Russell's Reserve 6 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Arriving at a "gentle" 45 percent ABV, this release proves that character and concentration of flavor do not arrive as a direct result of having a high alcohol content. In terms of its profile, Russell's Reserve is a textbook Kentucky-style rye: fruit-forward and opulent, with a pleasant hint of subtle spice. There's no need to mix this in cocktails, though it's best to hold off on the ice when sipping neat.

Reviewed On: 09-14-2021