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Wood's High Mountain Distillery Alpine Rye
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Wood's High Mountain Distillery Alpine Rye

3.67 Decent

9 reviews9 ratings

82 critic score

Whiskey Rye Colorado No age statement 44% ABV

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About this bottle

This rye whiskey from Salida, Colorado, features a mash bill of 73% malt-rye and 27% specialty barley malts. It matures in new American white oak barrels. Wood's High Mountain Distillery, established by brothers P.T. and Lee Wood, utilizes an antique German pot-still dating back to the 1880s.

How it tastes

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

Sweet 60
Spicy 35
Rich 30
Fruity 20
Vanilla 15
Tart 10
Smoky 10

Reviews

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Cyril Braxton 4.0

Appearance: Clear, vibrant amber. Extremely slow-moving legs Nose: Simple, with notes of pepper, rye, malted grains, and subtle hints of caramel Palate: Initially sweet, quickly followed by a peppery spice. The other grains contribute a biscuity flavor. Adding a bit of water brings out the vanilla and caramel from the barrel, along with a mild chili pepper note. Finish: A fairly simple, light spiciness. Moderate intensity, but it lingers.

Stanley Warren 4.0

Solid, flavorful rye. Prominent earthy notes, but not excessively oaky. It's rich and intricate.

Bobby Conklin 4.3

The aroma is predominantly banana, exceptionally smooth with a slightly oily finish.

Vickie Read 2.5

Very spicy with mint appearing on the aftertaste.

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