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Whiskey Review: Journeyman Last Feather Rye

We crack open a bottle of Journeyman Last Feather Rye in this review of a popular craft rye whiskey from a well known Michigan distillery.

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  • Tish Lester is a former restauranteur and whiskey enthusiast.
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Journeyman Last Feather Rye

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Autumn gold in the glass, with well-defined, quick legs creating a corona around the rim before falling.
Nose:
A veritable patisserie, heavy with shortbread and macadamia, banana, orange peel and melon
Palate:
The cereal on the nose deepens to pound cake and turbinado, with black pepper, cinnamon and pronounced oak mingling with a whisper of softer spices – allspice and clove. Finish: The finish is short and light, with split kindling and herbal tones of fresh coriander and ginger. Conclusion/Final Score: Some rye whiskeys can be heavy handed and powerful. Last Feather Rye pays homage to mentor Koval with the finesse of this spirit. Its lightness makes this a likely aperitif, or alongside holiday hors d’oeuvres. For my part, Last Feather Rye made a perfect mate for a breakfast of sourdough toast, poached egg and avocado. Score: 88/100
Finish:
The finish is short and light, with split kindling and herbal tones of fresh coriander and ginger.
Comments:

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Tish Lester

Tish Lester, a former restauranteur, embarked on a journey into the world of whiskey fueled by her passion for exquisite flavors. An enthusiastic participant in the whiskey community, she has attended numerous nosings, tastings, and masterclasses across Europe and the United States. Tish's explorations have led her to a profound realization: for every moment in life, there exists an ideal whiskey pairing. Currently, she savors her daily dram near Portland, Oregon.

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