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Whiskey Review: Ezra Brooks Straight Rye

We review Ezra Brooks Straight Rye, a new rye release from Luxco that aims to capitalize on the fast-growing rye whiskey market.

OVERALL RATING

6
$18.00
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Ezra Brooks rye

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
The spirit has a very light color that looks more like an IPA than a whiskey. It’s not very thick, but the legs are long and spindly.
Nose:
Whoa, baby! This stuff smells really strong. The caramel notes stood out, with some light citrus and vanilla.
Palate:
When it hit my lips, I could feel the spiciness of the rye, but it didn’t hit my tongue right away. Warm caramel and vanilla stand out in the beginning. It’s got a quick finish that holds the rye flavors hostage until the sweetness fades. Final Thoughts and Score: Ezra Brooks is a pretty inexpensive, easy-drinking whiskey that I might buy when I’m looking for a good mixer. Their straight rye fits the bill, but it also tastes great neat or on the rocks, and I really enjoyed it as a hot toddy, which is my favorite whiskey cocktail. In December, I had the pleasure of trying Woodinville Whiskey Co.’s One Hundred Percent Rye, which was much spicier and had a very prominent oak flavor. Compared to that, I thought Ezra Brooks’ Straight Rye was a lot more mellow, with a milder wood flavor and a sweetness that sets it apart from other ryes I’ve tasted.
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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.

Shauna McKnight

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