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Charbay Hop Flavored Whiskey Release III
Charbay

Charbay Hop Flavored Whiskey Release III

4.25 Very good

10 reviews10 ratings

94 critic score Top 11% of whiskey

Whiskey American Whiskey California No age statement 66.2% ABV

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About this bottle

This whiskey from Charbay, the third release in their 1999 series, is distilled from Pilsner beer. It consists of 10 barrels of whiskey that were distilled 15 years ago. The whiskey then aged for six years in new American oak barrels with a #3 "gator skin" char, followed by an additional 8 years in neutral vessels before bottling.

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Herbal 90
Floral 80
Rich 70
Spicy 70
Tart 60
Smoky 60
Fruity 60

Reviews

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Jasper Carbajal 3.3

A peculiar, sugary, and subtle bourbon introduction gave way to a gentle hop finish. It was enjoyable to sample, but I wouldn't purchase it.

Mohammed Massey 4.8

Remarkable. The chocolate notes derived from the barrel char are outstanding. It's also exceptionally smooth considering the 66% abv. My thanks go to Justin.

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