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Whiskey Review: Remus Repeal Reserve Series III

We review Remus Repeal Reserve Series III, the latest in an ongoing series of themed blended bourbons from MGP.

OVERALL RATING

4
$85.00
  • Courtney Kristjana is a leading US whiskey taster and aspiring Master of Scotch.
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Tasting Notes

About:

50% ABV, 100 proof. Blend of high-rye bourbons aged 11 and 12 years. 750mL $85.
Appearance:
Burnt ochre/bruleed sugar.
Nose:
The first thing I get is a lot of black cherry, so much so that it is too abundant and overwhelming like cough syrup. It is reminiscent of the odor from a cotton ball used to remove nail polish with acetone. The whiskey weaves together pleasant and egregious aromas. For example, there is a dark brown sugar note, but then there is the smell of Sharpie drying on paper.
Palate:
It tastes worse than it affronts the nose. There’s some flavor there, but overall it is mostly harsh on the tongue. There is an overwhelming amount of dry oak and leather. Some tobacco mixes with the baking spice from the rye. The black cherry from the nose comes out after finishing the sip, and lingers; that is nice.
Finish:
Comments:
Well, the bottle is pretty. Sadly, the Remus Repeal Reserve Series III disappoints. I am a rye fan and love bourbons with high-rye profiles, however, this blend of the three chosen bourbons is not working. I’m willing to mix this in a cocktail, but neat or on the rocks I am not going to be drinking this alone. It’s just so harsh, and it leaves me scratching my head. It’s not the ABV or proof, but it tastes like rubbing alcohol artificial flavoring and color.

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.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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