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Widow Jane, deeply rooted in the heart of Red Hook, embraces the blend of old and new in New York City. They take pride in hand-selecting the finest bourbon and rye whiskey barrels from across the country, bringing them to life in their Brooklyn home. With a commitment to using locally sourced non-GMO ingredients and water, Widow Jane captures the essence of New York in each sip.
The renowned Brooklyn distillery is making waves once again in the world of whiskey with one of its latest offerings – Paradigm Rye. This small-batch rye whiskey has been causing a stir, and Widow Jane enthusiasts eagerly anticipate its soft rollout in key markets. This Paradigm Rye marks a significant milestone for the brand as it is blended with rye made on-site. Their unwavering goal is to produce one hundred percent of their whiskey in their home state, with plans to centralize their distilling operations in New York soon.
Adding to its uniqueness, Paradigm Rye is cut with limestone water from the Rosendale Mines, situated 100 miles north of the distillery in Brooklyn. The Widow Jane Mine, previously a cement mine, played a vital role in constructing renowned New York landmarks. This water, sourced from the legendary mines, brings an extraordinary mineral-rich quality, enhancing the whiskey’s flavor.
Sienna Jevremov, Widow Jane’s head distiller and blender, explains the essence of Paradigm Rye. It’s designed to “reset the standard for great rye whiskey,” showcasing the art of distilling, blending, and finishing. This innovative spirit embodies what Widow Jane stands for.
Paradigm Rye continues the brand’s tradition of offering a unique, fruit-forward profile with a touch of spice sought by cocktail enthusiasts.
Tasting Notes: Widow Jane Paradigm Rye
Vital Stats: 46.5% ABV, 93 proof; New York rye whiskey blended with Kentucky and Indiana ryes cut with limestone mineral water; 750 ml; $50.
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Appearance: Burnt Sienna
Nose: The nose is luscious and bready. The rye baking spices are there, but bold cinnamon pinecone and black cherry stand out. It has a little tinge of rubbing alcohol to it, however nothing too concerning. There is a lot of oak that comes through but it is balanced. Lemon peel and citrus oil try to peek through everything.
Palate: The first thing I taste is an abundance of oak. It has a soft mouthfeel, but it burns with cinnamon and clove oil. The whiskey is also dry with a bit of black pepper, yet it isn’t overpowering. The lemon zest from the nose shines brightly. The limestone water definitely makes it different from other ryes.
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