ASW Distillery Fiddler Toasted Rye Whiskey

ASW Distillery Fiddler Toasted Rye Whiskey

A little background

ASW Distillery’s Fiddler Toasted Rye Whiskey is a cask-strength rye whiskey aged for seven years and bottled at 115.8 proof. Column-distilled in Indiana, it features a mash bill that varies by batch, though the specific mash bill for this bottle was not listed. The whiskey is aged in new, 53-gallon American white oak barrels with char levels ranging from 1 to 4, as well as toasted barrels with light, medium, and heavy toast levels. It is non-chill filtered, with no added color, and is priced at $75 USD.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Dark Gold

Nose

Orange and lemon citrus, chocolate, caramel, fresh baked bread, banana, rye spice, and a touch of mint.

Palate

Lemon, orange, pecan pie filling, roasted walnuts, molasses, graham cracker, dried cherry, mint, eucalyptus and a touch of fruitcake.

Finish

Espresso,  lemon citrus, walnuts, molasses, orange marmalade, and rye spice.

In closing

ASW Distillery’s Fiddler Toasted Rye Whiskey delivers a truly exceptional tasting experience. The “wet” nose is rich and inviting, with notes of citrus, chocolate, caramel, and rye spice, reminiscent of Rolo candy. On the palate, the whiskey evolves beautifully, showcasing a complex interplay of sweet and bitter flavors like pecan pie filling, roasted walnuts, molasses, and dried cherry. The finish lingers with espresso, citrus, and marmalade, tying together the layers of flavor seamlessly. This whiskey stands out as a masterfully crafted expression, offering depth and balance that will appeal to those who appreciate complexity and bold character in their rye.
 

NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of ASW Distillery. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.

ASW Distillery Fiddler Toasted Rye Whiskey

115.8 Proof
ASW Distillery Fiddler Toasted Rye Whiskey
9.1

Nose

 9.0/10

Palate

 9.0/10

Finish

 9.1/10

Complexity

 9.0/10

Value

 9.2/10

The Good

  • Value
  • Rolo candy nose

The Bad

  • None
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Matthew Evans

Matthew is the founder/owner of Whiskey Consensus and lead whiskey geek for the brand. He likes his whiskey served neat at cask strength and always jumps at the chance to learn something new.

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