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Whiskey Review: Hard Truth Harvest Sweet Mash Straight Rye Whiskey

We review Hard Truth Harvest Sweet Mash Straight Rye Whiskey, produced in collaboration with Mellencamp Whiskey Company founders Hud Mellencamp and Levi Collison.

OVERALL RATING

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Hard Truth Harvest Sweet Mash Straight Rye Whiskey review

Tasting Notes

About:

106 proof (53% ABV); 750 ML bottle; MSRP $69.95.
Appearance:
Tawny.
Nose:
On the nose are aromas of warm spices, peppercorn, toffee, lush green grass, and orchard fruit.
Palate:


Finish:
Comments:
This is a good rye whiskey with a broad flavor profile that has a rustic and earthy quality. It has a smooth mouthfeel once you get past the high proof bite on the palate. It’s well-balanced with good complexity and a lush, long finish. Overall, this is a solid sipping American rye whiskey that provides a well-balanced, terroir driven depth of character.

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.

Jennifer Williams

Jennifer Williams honed her appreciation for patrons with a discerning taste for fine whiskey during her 15-year tenure as a bartender in Dallas, Texas. Since relocating to Portland, Oregon in 2019, she graduated from Portland State University with a major in English Literature and a minor in Writing. During her final term at PSU, Jennifer served as the Arts & Culture editor for the university's monthly magazine, The Pacific Sentinel. A voracious reader, outdoor runner, and aspiring photographer, Jennifer also harbors a deep love for classic jazz. She always welcomes the opportunity to share a whiskey and engaging conversation with both her cherished friends from Texas and the many new companions she's made since settling in Oregon.

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