Found North Batch 003 – 17yr Cask Strength Rye Whisky

Batch 003 is a 5-whisky blend created to accentuate a vibrant, zesty, fruit-forward nose and palate combination rarely seen in rye whisky and only possible through extensive aging. The whisky was built around an 18 year old rye aged in ex-tequila barrels that presented a decidedly verdant and floral nose combined with an herbaceous spiciness. We enriched the fruitiness by blending in a lovely 18 year rye aged in ex-Speyside scotch casks and a surprisingly delicate 21 year old corn component aged in used American oak. Lastly, we provided a foundation of baking spices and brown sugar using a 17 year rye and a 25 year corn, both aged in Hungarian oak.

The resulting whisky cascades from high to low, starting with a trove of striking berry notes, citrus and honeysuckle, dovetailing gracefully into a silky, buttery mid-palate, before settling into its lengthy rye undertones that provide a resounding, deep, spicy finish.

ABV: 55.1%