ENGLISH RYE 8 YEAR OLD (THAT BOUTIQUE-Y WHISKY COMPANY) 70CL

A wonderfully distinctive English rye from the ever-creative That Boutique-y Whisky Company. Aged for eight years in toasted French oak casks, this high-rye whisky is blended with English single malt that has spent time in ex-Islay casks, introducing a subtle hint of peat smoke. The result is a bold and characterful dram, combining sweet rye bread, honey, dried berries, vanilla, chocolate and warming black pepper. A brilliant example of the innovation taking place within the English whisky scene.

Appearance

Deep golden amber, with bright copper highlights.

Nose

A wonderfully expressive combination of fruit and spice. Fresh orchard fruits and dried citrus are joined by toasted marzipan, creamy vanilla and dark chocolate. Cracked black pepper adds a distinctive spicy edge.

Palate

Sweet and warming, with flavours of honeyed rye bread, raisin fudge and dried berries. Layers of vanilla and toasted oak are accompanied by earthy coffee, black pepper and a subtle hint of smoke.

Finish

Medium to long, with lingering honey sweetness, warming pepper spice and a touch of mocha and toasted oak.

Style

Bold, expressive and spice-driven, combining the distinctive character of rye with sweet fruit, chocolate and a subtle smoky influence.