Clear Water Distilling's Barrel Strength 7 Year Straight Rye Whiskey Review.

-

  Clear Water Distilling Barrel Strength 7 Year Straight Rye Whiskey Review.

    I received this spirit from Clear Water Distilling, linked here. It is important to clarify this did not impact the ratings of this review.


    Clear Water Distillery, A few years back I ordered a bottle of ScandaLust Cinnamon Whiskey (now known as Canela) from Clear Water Distillery, and instantly fell in love. Not only because I'm a sucker for cinnamon, but due to their process on creating it using real cinnamon sticks in the process. They have this same sight on their other spirit offerings, dabbling in Eau-De-Vie, Vodka, Lorenz (Rum with a twist), Rye-Magnac (A Rye blended with Armagnac) and just announcing a Sophie's Gin.
    
    Honestly, I love seeing a craft distillery really try some unique spirits and having fun. It helps make the spirit world turn. In a few releases, Clear Water did two different Rye whiskeys sourced from Indiana. One of these a 5 year age statement and the one we are looking at today, the 7 year barrel proof offering. 


For the full video review visit the link here!: https://youtu.be/hUBP98LQEDg

Age Statement: 7 Years.

ABV: 62.1% (Barrel Proof).

Mashbill: N/A.

Area of Distillation: Indiana.

Appearance: Dark Amber.


On the nose: 
    It’s intensely rich and inviting. The Rye comes across with layers of deep, rich oak, which forms a solid base. Rye spiciness and subtle medicinal notes also amplify the intensity. Underlying this is a dark oak character, enriched by hints of caramel, charred wood, and a butterscotch sweetness. Surprisingly for such a high proof, the nose is warm and approachable, free from any sharp alcohol notes, allowing the depth of spice and subtle grain notes to shine. As you keep going back you get this rich dark leather and a light clove spice. 


Taste: 
    This whiskey is an experience. The mouthfeel is oily, dark, and rich with spices like cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. There’s an intriguing nuttiness, and the oak flavors are deep and well-integrated. As you sip, a peppery warmth hits the palate, reminiscent of freshly cracked black peppercorns. It’s bold, it’s spicy, and yet it retains a slight sweetness that rounds out the flavor profile beautifully.


Finish: 
    The finish is where this whiskey shines. It’s a long, warming finish with hints of green apple, vanilla, and caramel, almost like dipping tart apple slices into a rich, homemade caramel sauce. The peppery notes linger, balancing the sweetness with a savory touch. Each sip reveals new layers and nuances, making it a whiskey you can savor over an evening.


Final Thoughts: 
    Clear Water Distilling has delivered a true gem with this 7-year-old barrel proof Rye. After that first sip, the quality, depth, and uniqueness of this whiskey are undeniable. It’s exactly what you’d hope for from an aged Indiana rye with the strength and character to match its age statement. It’s a distillery-exclusive and worth the pickup if you can.


Rating: -A (Amazing).

Cost: $124.99 for 750ml.

For the full video review visit the link here!: https://youtu.be/hUBP98LQEDg

Social platforms to follow me: https://linktr.ee/thelastcallyt

Learn more about Clear Water Distilling via the link here: https://clearwaterdistilling.com/

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Dovetail Distillery Cut Throat Oat Whiskey Review.

-
Image
Dovetail Distillery Cut Throat Oat Whiskey Review.      I received this spirit as a review sample from Dovetail Distillery, linked here . It is important to clarify this did not impact the ratings of this review.           Dovetail Distillery, currently the smallest craft distillery based in Nevada. Currently the distillery is doing quite a bit with unique grains and one of those grains is Oats. Oats can be a fun grain your craft distilleries can play around with and add a unique profile to their spirits. Their Cutthroat Oat Whiskey is no exception, bringing three unique grains to the mix. After being double distilled it is aged for two years in custom char/toast American white oak 15-gallon barrels. This barrel size can be tricky, it does take a keen eye and palate to make sure this size of barrel doesn't take over.       Given my fascination with oat-based spirits, I was eager to dive into this bottle and see how Dovetai...
Read more

Old 55 Distillery Single Barrel Cask Strength Sweet Corn Bourbon Whiskey Review.

-
Image
Old 55 Distillery Single Barrel Cask Strength Sweet Corn Bourbon Whiskey Review.           Old 55 Distillery is a small craft operation tucked away in Newtown, Indiana, just south of Lafayette, and they’ve built a name for themselves by doing something very few dare to try, making bourbon with 100% sweet corn. I’ve crossed paths with a few of their spirits before and have always respected the level of care they bring to the table: all distilling, aging, and bottling is done in-house, with a heavy emphasis on local grains. Their Bottled-in-Bond Sweet Corn Bourbon is the bottle most people around here know, but this release, a single barrel, cask strength version, was something I’d only ever seen at the Market District in Carmel, Indiana.       Sweet corn isn’t just a novelty for Old 55, it’s an expensive, labor-intensive choice. A bushel of the common yellow dent corn runs about $4 (2020 prices), but the sweet corn they use costs over $1,...
Read more

Abduction Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review.

-
Image
   Abduction Whiskey Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review.      I received this spirit as a review sample from Abduction Whiskey, linked here . It is important to clarify this did not impact the ratings of this review.     Abduction Whiskey is based out of Pacifica California. Where the bottling itself is only about six months old, but the amount of passion behind the brand stems much longer.  Ryan Murray, a chiller mechanic, he took a leap of faith to turn his love for whiskey into something tangible, a move that resonates with many dreamers in the whiskey world. With an alien-themed aesthetic that ties into the idea of “abducting” barrels to create something uniquely their own. The bourbon is sourced from MGP and blended in-house to develop a their profile. While many bottlings opt for a three-grain combination, going with four should bring an extra layer of complexity that can enhance both texture and flavor.  For the full video review visit th...
Read more