Oak & Eden Rye and Spire

A little background

Oak & Eden has been producing some unique whiskey and rye combinations. The Rye and Spire is composed of an exceptional rye mash bill that was masterfully distilled and aged in charred new American oak barrels. When this rye is bottles, a charred oak spire is placed in the bottled to enhance complexity and flavor. This spirit is bottled at 90 proof and MSRP is set a approximately $49.99.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Amber

Nose

Toasted oak, rye spice, and smoked vanilla notes are prominent on the nose.

Palate

The first sip is thin and spicy. Vanilla, oak, and rye spice notes are prominent. The second sip begins with an oak bitterness that transitions into spice and black pepper notes. The third sip is a combination of the tasting notes above with faint hints of liquid bandage.

Finish

The finish is short and spicy. Bitter oak, vanilla, rye spice, and faint hints of dill are present.

In closing

Oak & Eden Rye and Spire is an interesting spirit. The nose is filled with notes of rye spice and smoked vanilla. The nosing notes carry over into the palate. The finish is short and spicy. Overall, this rye is easy to drink but it is on the spicy side. If you enjoy a kick of rye spice, you should grab a bottle for your collection.