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Whiskey Review: High West Rendezvous Rye

We review High West Rendezvous Rye. It's the flagship bottling from Utah-based producer High West Distillery.

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Tasting Notes

About:

92 proof (46% ABV), Mash bill – MGP: 95% rye, 5% malted barley; HWD: 80% rye, 20% malted rye, 750 ml MSRP $76.99.
Appearance:
A rich golden honey color.
Nose:
On the nose are botanical and grassy notes of spices, vanilla, and oak offering a delicate and sweet fragrance with a hint of thyme.
Palate:
Flavors such as cinnamon apple, butterscotch, hints of black tea, and a slight roasted marshmallow taste are nicely balanced with a clean woodiness. I also noted an unexpected yet delightful spearmint flavor and the slightest hint of white cherry.
Finish:
Comments:
While still tasting smooth and clean over ice, the complexity of so many well-balanced flavors holds up better when taken neat. It’s a very approachable spirit that’s delicate yet full-bodied with a spicy, lingering finish. Overall, it’s a good sipping whiskey that would be great for mixing in cocktails, and I definitely recommend enjoying it while cozied up next to a campfire with great friends.

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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