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Whiskey Review: Oak and Eden Rye and Rumba

We review Oak and Eden Rye and Rumba. It's a 95% rye whiskey finished with a Caribbean rum-soaked spire in the bottle.

OVERALL RATING

7
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Oak and Eden Rye and Rumba (image via Melissa Jones)

Tasting Notes

About:

95% Straight Rye whiskey, aged for two years in new, charred American Oak barrels. A Caribbean rum-soaked spire of wood is added to the bottle to finish the rye whiskey. 90 proof. $60.
Appearance:
Tawny in color. Beautiful curved bottle shape.
Nose:
There’s a lot of character in the nose. I detect a lot of tropical notes like pineapple and pastry shop treats like sweet sticky buns. It has a lot of fresh baked goods and a little pine.
Palate:


Finish:
Comments:
The nose is like a pastry shop with a side of pine and pineapple. It is unique on the nose and palate. It has a lot of character. If you are looking for a rum- and fruit-forward whiskey, look no further. Oak and Eden have bottled something that reminds me of a vacation to the Caribbean. I might prefer the vacation, but I’ll take this too.

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.

Melissa Jones

Melissa D. Jones is a traveler, blogger, photographer, storyteller, foodie, whiskey enthusiast, and creative entrepreneur. Her thirst for adventure and new experiences has led her to photograph all 50 states and 47 countries, a journey she chronicled in her travel book. When she's not exploring the globe, Melissa resides in Portland, Oregon, where she enjoys attending events, savoring whiskey, and hiking. She has sampled over 100 different whiskies, both locally and internationally.

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