Whiskey Review: Heritage Dual Barrel Collection Rye Whiskey

A mild and pleasant rye spiciness makes up the backbone of this unique rye. It’s not as dry and robust as many other whiskies of this variety, instead showing off the sweeter side of the grain. It tastes a lot more like a bourbon than a rye on first glance. The second aging in vanilla barrels infuses a sweetness like french vanilla ice cream covered in warm caramel sauce. The sweetness can at times be overpowering, but it does find a nice balance. Normally I like my rye whiskey on the dry, extra spicy side, but in this case, the sweet caramel and vanilla flavors and the charred oak and rye spice find a good balance where no flavor gets too lost in the mix. Black pepper rounds out the finish, adding some savory flavors to an otherwise saccharine profile.