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Whiskey Review: Delaware Phoenix Corn Whiskey

We review Delaware Phoenix Corn Whiskey, a woman-made corn whiskey hailing from the foothills of the Catskills in Upstate New York.

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  • Katelyn Best, whisky writer & enthusiast.
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Delaware Phoenix Corn Whiskey

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Pale gold with light legs
Nose:
A refreshing medley of sweet corn, grass, and cucumber is most noticeable. These bright, vegetal tones are anchored solidly by buttery oak.
Palate:
Quite light on the palate, with a somewhat darker flavor profile than the nose. I tasted grass and cucumber, together with a heavier corn note not unlike popcorn. Finish: Light but not too short. Flavor-wise, the finish is somewhat mineral, with a hoppy bitterness that fades pleasantly to sweet corn. Conclusion: In one word, I would describe this corn whiskey as summery. It’s easy-drinking but not one-dimensional, light but not watery. The sweet corn and cucumber notes are as tasty as they are unexpected, and I can imagine this whiskey would make a delicious mint julep, though it might be an insult to Lins’s craftsmanship to add anything to it. FINAL SCORE: 92/100
Finish:
Light but not too short. Flavor-wise, the finish is somewhat mineral, with a hoppy bitterness that fades pleasantly to sweet corn.
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.

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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