Congenial Spirits Twelve Five Rye

The nose features strong rye spice accompanied by sharp young oak along with black pepper graphite and a touch of green apple. The entry is much heavier and sweeter than you’d expect from such a young whiskey. Things quickly change in the mid-palate with a spice blast of cinnamon black pepper rye and oak. A solid dash of heat gives the mid-palate some kick and drives a short dry finish. Some nice ideas hampered by the reality of youth.