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Whiskey Review: Distillery 291 291 “M” Colorado Whiskey

We review Distillery 291 291 "M" Colorado Whiskey, a Colorado rye whiskey influenced by Aspen staves before being finished in ex-maple syrup barrels for four months.

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291 "M" Colorado Whiskey

Tasting Notes

About:

123.4 proof; aged in new American white oak barrels and finished with charred Aspen staves; further finished for four months in ex-maple syrup barrels; around $105; 866 bottles released.
Appearance:
Dark, like maple syrup
Nose:
Maple syrup and pine needles are the most forward of notes. Then I was surprised by the flavor of cola that snuck in. There is a slight metallic note on the end that was accompanied by a hint of cotton candy to finish it off.
Palate:
This whiskey was warm but not biting as the heat built to a gentle prickle. Bright citrus notes hit the front of the tongue with the sweetness of brown sugar. After a while the flavor of cinnamon hard candy crept in followed by the taste of old leather with a bit of malt. It finished up with a peppery note on the back with just a hint of sharp peppermint. The sharp flavors smooth out a bit with dilution allowing the cinnamon candy notes to come forward.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a fine entry in the American whiskey market from a creative team.

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.

John Dover

John Dover, creator and writer of the acclaimed "Johnny Scotch" series, draws inspiration from his immersive experiences as a professional musician and his extensive travels across the US. His Jazz Noir world intertwines with his music, culminating in collaborations such as the "Johnny Scotch Vignettes" with Thomas Barber, blending high-energy fusion with spoken word.

John's latest ventures include "Johnny Scotch #4" illustrated by Dan Schaefer, and the novella "A Song for Charlie." Alongside his music career, he continues to expand the "Johnny Scotch" universe through short stories and comic books.

Beyond "Johnny Scotch," John is a recognized horror writer, contributing to anthologies such as "Tales from the Braided Pony," "Monsters 'N' Things," "100 Word Horrors," and the forthcoming "Tenebrous Tales." He's also a regular entertainment writer for Mythmachine.com.

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