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Whiskey Review: Redemption Sur Lee Straight Rye Whiskey

We review Redemption Sur Lee, a rye whiskey that goes through a unique 7 stage production process.

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Redemption Sur Lee Straight Rye Whiskey

Tasting Notes

About:

No age statement. 5% Barley 95% Rye. 47% ABV. $59.99 SRP.
Appearance:
Pale Gold
Nose:
Initially this felt rich without being overpowering. Surprisingly alcohol is still present although muted. Spring flowers with light milled grains slowly release from the nose. On the back end is the distinct sour yeast aroma as it warms up. Almost a lager or pilsner malt note.
Palate:
Yeas forward which gives way to some bready, malty flavors. The whiskey is very dry and soaks up all the moisture in your mouth. After a sip or two I was able to discover some good sour notes with balanced flavorings lemon zest. The finish was quick, a little too quick. There is a residual taste of earthiness on the back end. A small warmth in the chest but otherwise very soft across all aspects of the sip.
Finish:
Comments:
The whiskey is interesting. I’d wager we are sipping the same Redemption Rye they offer more broadly but they’ve used spent yeast to add a twist to the profile. Compared against the standard Redemption Rye this has a few different notes, primarily the sour and yeasty profiles.rnrnOverall there isn’t a lot differentiating the two. I liked the experiment here and hope they continue improving off this idea. I’d like to see something with a bit older age statement, I think a robust rye would be complimented by the yeast more than this young lower proof offering.

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.

Charles Steele

Charles Steele, a Portland-based attorney, is a native of the Pacific Northwest. His legal background provides him with an analytical approach to understanding whiskey and other aged spirits. Primarily a legal writer, freelancing for The Whiskey Wash offers Charles a unique opportunity to showcase his versatility as a writer. Although his preference lies with whiskey and whiskey-based cocktails, he has a profound appreciation for all unique and unconventional liquors, from Malört to Ojen - if it's peculiar, he's intrigued.

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