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Whiskey Review: Fremont Mischief Distillery’s John Jacob Rye

In our first whiskey review we take a look at a rye whiskey made by an artisanal distillery out of Seattle, Washington.

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  • Tish Lester is a former restauranteur and whiskey enthusiast.
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Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Nose:
Coming in at 90% Pacific Northwest rye, the whiskey promises to be spicy. The first impression on the nose, however, is alcohol. At just 80 proof, this is a little surprising, but short-lived. The sharpness is softened by the addition of 10% malted barley, and the nose segues from turpentine, through oak, and on to cinnamon, with a hint of burnt sugar.
Palate:
On the palate, the alcohol is still lively, but not biting, like other young ryes. The cinnamon stick hallmark of the grain is strong, mellowed with ample vanilla, forest honey and – just at the tail – a trace of chamomile. Finish: The finish melts into orange peel, fruitwood and ginger, before evaporating rather quickly, leaving one with the unexpected sensation of having just put down a hot toddy. Now that is a bit of Mischief. Score: Like the man for whom it was named, the John Jacob Handmade Rye is adventurous without being overbearing. Compared to similarly priced spirits, the John Jacob has more subtlety than Bulleit 95, and more depth than Angel’s Envy. Coming in at a very respectable score of 89 points , the John Jacob is a bold statement with an honest smile – a little bit reckless, a little bit sweet. A mischievous dram that raises the bar for artisinal rye.
Finish:
The finish melts into orange peel, fruitwood and ginger, before evaporating rather quickly, leaving one with the unexpected sensation of having just put down a hot toddy. Now that is a bit of Mischief.
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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.

Tish Lester

Tish Lester, a former restauranteur, embarked on a journey into the world of whiskey fueled by her passion for exquisite flavors. An enthusiastic participant in the whiskey community, she has attended numerous nosings, tastings, and masterclasses across Europe and the United States. Tish's explorations have led her to a profound realization: for every moment in life, there exists an ideal whiskey pairing. Currently, she savors her daily dram near Portland, Oregon.

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