A little background
Straight wheat whiskey always seems to be hit or miss. Products distilled with a mashbill of 100% wheat like Dry Fly’s straight Wheat Whiskey can really showcase a master distiller’s craft when distilled correctly. Dry Fly Distilling, located in Spokane Washington has crafted this straight wheat whiskey from 100% local soft-white wheat. This is the same whiskey as their cask strength wheat whiskey, just bottled at 90 proof. Dry Fly Straight Wheat Whiskey is aged stated at a minimum of 3 years. The MSRP for this bottle is $40.
(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)
Color
Light Honey
Nose
Heavy dried fruits and refreshing citrus notes hit the nose first. After opening up a bit, the small amount of ethanol present before is gone, opening up the way for the finer notes of honey, vanilla, and a touch of oak.
Palate
The palate hits with a slightest peppery note which is instantly overtaken by creamy vanilla that coats the entire palate. The crisp citrus and sweetness of dried fruits hit the back of the palate quickly after.
Finish
The finish is shorter than it was on the cask strength wheat whiskey but still full of flavor.
In closing
This was an easy-to-drink whiskey (yes, cliche). However, if I had my choice I would probably pay the extra $10 and purchase the cask strength version of this whiskey. This is still a great pour for a whiskey, especially if you like a sweet whiskey. The dried fruit notes enjoyable. If you see this one at your local bar don’t be afraid to give a try. I doubt you will be disappointed. Also, the fact that this whiskey still holds it’s age statement says a lot about the brand.
Dry Fly Straight Wheat Whiskey
90 Proof
