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Whiskey Review: Chicken Cock Island Rooster Rum Barrel Rye

We review Chicken Cock Island Rooster Rum Barrel Rye. It's finished in Caribbean rum casks.

OVERALL RATING

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Chicken Cock Island Rooster Rum Barrel Rye (image via Jerry Jenae Sampson)

Tasting Notes

About:

Mash bill is 95% rye and 5% malted barley. 95 Proof (47.5% ABV). SRP $199/750mL. At least four years old. Finished for at least 6 months in Caribbean rum cask.
Appearance:
A clear dark orange with thin legs.
Nose:
Spicy notes with mellow sweet vanilla and rum, with tropical pineapple wafting from the bottle.
Palate:
The whiskey is a delicious blend of complex flavors, including sweet guava and ginger, with a little funk on the outside of the tongue and a smooth coffee note finish.
Finish:
Comments:
This is an easy sipper, it’s sweet and flavorful, and comes through with tropical cocktail vibes before adding any mixers. While the whiskey is on the expensive side, it is one that could impress at a party.

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.

Jerry Jenae Sampson

Jerry Sampson, a freelance writer, editor, and screenwriter, finds her creative work consistently enhanced by her passion for whiskey and craft cocktails. She relishes the opportunity to spend crisp fall days venturing to the renowned distilleries around Portland, gaining deeper insights into the intricate processes behind her beloved spirits.

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