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Whiskey Review: Big Bottom Delta Rye

We review Big Bottom Delta Rye, a rye whiskey from Oregon's Big Bottom Distilling made from a blend of sourced two- and three-year-old whiskey.

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  • Katelyn Best, whisky writer & enthusiast.
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Big Bottom Delta Rye

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Rich amber
Nose:
Fruit—largely citrus and banana—mingles with spicy cinnamon and black pepper. A hot rubber-chemical note underlies the smoother spice notes.
Palate:
Some darker fruit notes, like currant and blackberry, are more predominant on the palate, along with a lot of warm spice and some smoke. Unsurprisingly, the finish is quite hot, and oak predominates. Conclusion: All in all, Big Bottom Delta Rye is a decent rye, though I’m not crazy about the high proof. The nose definitely has a somewhat raw character, with lots of tropical fruit and a distinct chemical edge. The palate is better-balanced, with a nice array of fruit, spice, and wood notes. FINAL SCORE: 84/100
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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.

Katelyn Best

Katelyn Best, a freelance writer based in Portland, Oregon, is a regular contributor to The Whiskey Wash. She has a particular passion for exploring the unique and unconventional aspects of the whisky world.

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