Jim Beam Straight Rye

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 21 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Oily. Hemp-like, very aromatic. Palate Again, very oily. Minty. Moving to orange. Becomes very fruity and succulent. Expressive. Flavoursome. Finish Sweet. Lingering. Teasing. Comment I have always had a sneaking admiration for this whiskey, and have long wondered why it is not more widely available. It is as though the Jim Beam family quietly accommodates its crazy cousin.

Dave Broom Nose Light and perfumed though a little dusty with a whiff of acetone. White peppercorns, lemon myrtle, wood, pencil shavings. Palate Soft and lemony to start with some perfumed honey. Decent hit of rye; the sourness balances nicely with the iced gem sweetness. Finish Dry and spicy. Comment A decent mid-weight introduction. Drink mixed.