Whiskey Review: Alley 6 Rye Whiskey

Ah, here is where that rye spice comes in. It’s so island-ey on the nose, but less so on the palate. It brings more of a traditional rye fiery kick, but mellows a little on subsequent sips. There is a little banana on the finish, though think less peel and more bananas foster. Alley 6 is like the roasted cooked fruit of rye. Conclusion: I like that this is a mellow rye, yet with a fascinating nose/palate juxtaposition. For $55, it’s a good deal, considering. Don’t put this in a cocktail. Drink it neat. Sip slowly to let its complexity pique your interest. I could see drinking this watching the back and forth of thunderstorms rolling in. Like a thunderstorm, you don’t entirely know what you’re going to get—and that’s cool. I’m excited to see what Alley 6 comes up with next, based on this rye. It’ll be an interesting ride. FINAL SCORES: 87/100