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Journeyman Distillery Cask Strength 7 Year High Rye Bourbon Whiskey Review.          Now, Journeyman Distillery is one of my favorite local distilleries here in Indiana. I enjoy the craft profile they bring and willing to go against the grain (pun intended). I visit the distillery pretty often and during one of my recent trips I discovered this newest release. Now, from my memory this is Journeyman's first "High Rye" bourbon to the market and at least on paper, it is coming out swinging. One cool thing about this release is all the grains are grown on the  Welter Family Farm in Putnam County, Indiana. So dialing in that "Indiana craft" even more. For the full video review visit the link here:  https://youtu.be/B52UhENuxt8 . Age Statement: 7 years. ABV: 59.2% (Barrel Proof). Mash bill:  60% corn and 40% rye. Area of Distillation: Three Oaks, Michigan. Appearance: Oily amber. On the nose:      The nose opens with a soft, sweet corn...

Baker's 7 Year High Rye Bourbon Whiskey Review. Here in 2024 i've been giving a lot of props to Jim Beam. They have been releasing some amazing offerings. From the re-release of the Knob Creek rye giving it a 7 year age statement and the 10 year Knob Creek rye. Now I'll be the first of many to make mention of...does this expression need to exist? Now, standard Baker's is a solid pour overall, but never said, I wish there was a high rye version. I am all about seeing new expressions and seeing what new things a distillery can come up with either way. And being a "limited release" I am hoping you at home can make a decision if this is worth your dollar. For the full video review visit the link here!:  https://youtu.be/N8cdg5O4_9k Age Statement:  7 year 6 months. ABV:  53.5%. Mashbill:  Undisclosed, but labeled "High Rye." Area of Distillation:  Kentucky. Appearance:  Dark amber. On the nose: Lots of classic bourbon notes right out the gate. Vanilla, ca...