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Lyon Maryland Free State Rye
Lyon

Lyon Maryland Free State Rye

3.60 Decent

5 reviews5 ratings

80 critic score

Whiskey Rye Maryland No age statement 50% ABV

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About this bottle

Lyon Distilling began operations in late 2013 in Maryland. While the distillery produces rum, it also crafts rye whiskey, reflecting its location. This grain-to-glass facility uses a mash bill composed of 55% rye, 35% corn, and 10% 6-row malted barley. Following distillation, the rye is aged for less than a year in new American oak barrels, specifically 1-gallon size, with a level #3 char. Minor variations may occur as this product is created in batches; the reviewed sample was from Batch #1.

How it tastes

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

Spicy 50
Herbal 45
Rich 35
Tart 35
Sweet 35
Vanilla 35
Fruity 30

Reviews

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Dakota Curtis 3.5

An excellent rye. Not found in shops. I've heard they're discontinuing it to focus on their rum. It's a pity, as I believe they should also make space for this one.

Elliot Henriquez 3.0

Intriguing. This was a very, very small batch; my bottle was number 122 of batch 2. It's complex, but quite young.

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