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Whiskey Review: O.H. Ingram River Aged Straight Rye

We review O.H. Ingram River Aged Straight Rye, aged inside a first-of-its-kind floating rick house moored on the riverbank in Ballard County, KY.

OVERALL RATING

10
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O.H. Ingram River Aged Straight Rye

Tasting Notes

About:

98 Proof. 49% ABV.
Appearance:
The whiskey has clean, thin legs, and boasts a deep amber color that looks as rich as it tastes. The label is a handsome dark red, showcasing the barge of the floating rickhouse.
Nose:
There is a strong, sweet cherry blossom scent, mixing smoothly with an earthy hay and the faint whiff of caramel.
Palate:
What an absolute delight. Though this doesn’t immediately stand out as a strong rye, it is incredibly smooth and buttery. I enjoyed a light, fluttery tingle across the palate that melted into a warm buzz. There are notes of cherry and a sweet/bitter element of almond. The finish is smokey and slightly fruity, with a spicy undertone throughout the tasting.
Finish:
Comments:
This is by far one of my favorite tastings. The whiskey is an almost juicy sipper, goes down easy and could easily find a place at the top of my recommendation list. I’d like to slip it in my coffee on a sunny morning by the river.

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.

Jerry Jenae Sampson

Jerry Sampson, a freelance writer, editor, and screenwriter, finds her creative work consistently enhanced by her passion for whiskey and craft cocktails. She relishes the opportunity to spend crisp fall days venturing to the renowned distilleries around Portland, gaining deeper insights into the intricate processes behind her beloved spirits.

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