Balcones Rye, Single Barrel bottled for Total Wine, barrel proof

On the nose: Intense chocolate syrup, spiced apple cider, plump raisins, and a whisper of white pepper, accompanied by a potent ethanol presence. On the palate: Warm and full-bodied, featuring rich chocolate syrup, lively baking spices, and a punch of pepper. Sweet cherry, apple, and raisin emerge, while dilution refines the intensity for a smoother experience. On the finish: Medium in length, rich with dark chocolate and comforting spice.

Chocolate, dark fruit, tobacco, oak. Like Stagg Jr. on overdrive!