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Whiskey Review: WhistlePig Roadstock Rye

We review WhistlePig Roadstock Rye. As part of its aging process, it was driven from Shoreham, Vermont, to Los Angeles, California, and back.

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RoadStock Rye Whiskey

Tasting Notes

About:

Roadstock Rye is made from an undisclosed mash bill and clocks in at 86 proof. It’s a blend of whiskeys finished in red wine and assorted beer casks. Find a 750mL bottle at $72.99 in select markets.
Appearance:
This liquid is a very clear medium amber that slowly condenses into gently rolling legs.
Nose:
Oh yum. The nose almost speaks bourbon: vanilla and dried fig with honey and a little tobacco perfume.
Palate:
The spice shows up on the palate – strong and dry: black pepper, allspice, cedar. Really pleasant. There’s a bit of bite, but just enough to spark up the spice instead of destroy your palate. The finish rolls out a stretch of cinnamon.
Finish:
Comments:
I thoroughly enjoyed this whiskey. I didn’t expect to, what with the manufactured novelty and multiple finishes and bro energy. If you like a rye that you can sip or stir, this would be one to seek out. Turns out I love road trips AND I love road trip whiskey.rn

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.

Cindy Capparelli

Cindy Capperelli is the visionary founder of Portland Bitters Project, established in 2014 with the ambition to craft the finest bitters available. Today, her bitters are savored across the United States and internationally, enhancing cocktails with expressive flavors. In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Cindy shares her expertise as an instructor at two Portland colleges. She also engages with private groups, distilleries, and maker's spaces, advocating for the use of high-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Cindy empowers her students with the confidence and knowledge to create exceptional drinks at home, experiment with tinctures, and enrich their overall food and beverage experiences.

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