Willett Rye, Barrel #2, 23 year old

Incredibly soft and mellow for a rye whiskey with no signs of excessive oak. This whiskey is obviously of the same pedigree as the Willett Rye 22 year old bottling reviewed here a year ago. It’s another impressive whiskey. Light toffee nougat and rummy notes are accentuated by crisp mint cinnamon nutmeg and Earl Grey tea. Pristine on the palate with lingering cinnamon warmth on the finish. A polished whiskey with surprising subtlety and finesse. At 137 proof it’s like getting a third of a bottle free!