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Whiskey Review: Proof And Wood The Cabinet Barrel Proof 2023

We review Proof And Wood The Cabinet Barrel Proof 2023, a blend of rye whiskey and bourbon bottled at barrel proof that's put together as a yearly release.

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Proof And Wood The Cabinet Barrel Proof 2023 review

Tasting Notes

About:

56.24% ABV; Mash bill: Blend of 95% Rye, 5% Barley and 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Barley; 112.48 Proof; MSRP 165.99 USD
Appearance:
Tawny
Nose:
There’s a sweet, caramel forward nose, but with a bit of nutmeg. It has a creamy, toasty feel that evokes a sweetened seasonal latte, with just a tinge of burn to let you know it’s been spiked.
Palate:
The burn is not immediate, with an otherwise light mouthfeel. The spiciness of the rye is clearer on the tongue, and the nutmeg taste evolves into woodier tones of sandalwood and cigar box. The sweetness doesn’t have a strong taste of its own, but instead forms a cooling baseline that the spices can dance around. The finish is long and spicy as the sweetness fades into a slightly bitter taste of nutmeg, pepper, and cinnamon bark.
Finish:
Comments:
This highlights why creative blending is such a rich direction for whiskey makers to pursue. Regardless of where the rye and bourbon came from, they’ve created something stronger than its component parts. The sweetness balances out the spice with a soft, inviting body. With the approachable basic profile of creamy sweetness to play off of, the rye spice could really shine and let its nuances speak.rnrnIt’s a good whiskey and, if nothing else, is a great argument that non-distilling producers have a place on discerning shelves.

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.

Taylor Shiells

Taylor is a writer, researcher, and whiskey enthusiast. He came to Portland in pursuit of higher education, and found himself staying to pursue the Pacific Northwest's wide range of olfactory offerings. He's a fan of craft beer, farm to table food, indie perfume, and, most of all, whiskey. While he provides technical research to the entertainment industry by day, the Whiskey Wash gives him the opportunity to explore his passion, hone his palate, and practice a more flavorful form of writing.

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