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Whiskey Review: Templeton Rye Stout Cask Finish

We review Templeton Rye Stout Cask Finish, a 95% rye, 5% malted barley mash bill whiskey that's aged six years in new American oak and then finished in bourbon barrel-aged, chocolate coffee stout casks for three months.

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Templeton Rye Stout Cask Finish review

Tasting Notes

About:

Aged six years and three months, 95% rye, 5% malted barley mash bill, 92 proof (46% ABV), 750 ml MSRP $53.
Appearance:
Auburn.
Nose:
On the nose are rich, herbaceous notes of cinnamon, red berries, green bell pepper, caramel, and grapefruit zest.
Palate:
Some sort of polish (leather or wood?) permeates throughout while notes of pine, peppercorn, sweet salt, and fresh cut grass give way to undertones of molasses, black cherry, and dark chocolate.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a rye that offers a bold and savory flavor profile with a woody character and unique balance of sweet, salty, and zesty flavor. With subtle notes of raw coffee beans, it has a long finish that’s dry, yet creamy and moderately grainy with robust flavors that are both rustic and oddly decadent at the same time.

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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