Whiskey American Whiskey California No age statement 50% ABV
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Anchor Distilling introduced Hotaling's single malt to honor the Anson Parson's Hotaling Building, one of the few structures to survive the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. While it does not have a formal age statement, the 100% malted rye whiskey, produced in a pot still, was aged for over 11 years in charred oak barrels that had been previously used.
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Upon opening, the bottle emits a strong tequila aroma that was initially unappealing. The first taste mirrors this, but it quickly transforms into a smooth, buttery, and very flavorful rye. I enjoy this for sipping, though I'm unsure about its performance in a sazerac.
Completely awful! Avoid unless you enjoy oak-flavored unaged spirits. Young spirits like this infuriate me, and they charge over $60 for it. I get that new distilleries are entering the market, but don't deceive people.
Nose: Resembles a spring lawn early in the morning after being cut. Almost like tequila. Nice citrus and spice burst. Palate: Creamy butterscotch and autumnal flavors. Tongue experiences that nice baking spice. Finish: Long and flavorful. Full of oak, butter, and baking spices.
I tried the stout cask finish. It's lively on the palate and quite enjoyable.
Pale color, with salty/sweet brine, vanilla, and prune.
This rye is quite distinctive and not the typical spicy profile I'm accustomed to. I find it quite appealing.
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