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Whiskey Review: Whiskey Del Bac Sentinel Straight Rye (Batch 2)

We review Whiskey Del Bac Sentinel Straight Rye (Batch 2), an Indiana sourced blend of rye whiskeys finished in in Whiskey Del Bac mesquited whiskey casks.

OVERALL RATING

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Whiskey Del Bac Sentinel Straight Rye review

Tasting Notes

About:

Aged for at least two years in new American oak and finished in Whiskey Del Bac mesquited whiskey casks, 46% ABV, mash bill: 95% rye and 5% malted barley, SRP $40/ 750ml bottle.
Appearance:
This is pale amber with a yellow undertone.
Nose:
Initially, I found this is to be very expressive in the glass. I pick up mostly floral and fruit notes at first, including fresh red apples, grilled lemon wedges, quince, figs, and raisins. The spice is subtle, suggesting notes of dried dill weed, clove, and ground ginger. There are faint notes of fresh rose petals and roasted carrots. It’s quite delectable, and a bit like wandering the stalls at a farmers’ market on a hot August afternoon. The mesquite comes across in the grilled and roasted notes. It’s not overpowering but seems to complement the floral and fruit aromas well.
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Finish:
Comments:
This is quite delicate on the palate but leaves a lasting impression. It’s well-composed with aromatics that play well together. Although the brand suggests serving with an ice cube or a dash of water, I found this enjoyable neat. Keep an eye out for this one.

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.

Suzanne Bayard

Suzanne Bayard struck out to the West Coast with her now husband almost a decade ago to explore the intersection of wine and policy in its world-class wine regions. She manages a Portland, OR bottle shop by day as the wine buyer and newsletter editor. She is also the Director of the Deep Roots Coalition, an organization of 30 Willamette Valley wineries that educate on and promote dry farming and sustainable practices. She joined the Whiskey Wash to explore two other passions: writing and whiskey.

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