Li'l Brown Dawg 2017 Single Cask Indiana Rye Whiskey (Little Brown Dog)

(Good Spirits Co. Glasgow – Virtual Colours Tasting, September 4th, 2021). This tasting featured 6 different spirits and a cocktail, where we explored our perception or experience of colors during tasting. A fun and intriguing concept for a tasting – definitely something a bit different. Aroma: Window putty, baking spices (cloves & ginger), vanilla, white pepper Taste: Sweet, golden syrup, black pepper, caramel, oak, nuts (walnut) Finish: Medium-long finish. Leather, oak, varnish. A slight sourness in the aftertaste – grapefruit & lemon This is a very solid rye. It has nice layers and plenty to keep it interesting. Spice and sweetness are present throughout, with nutty and citrus notes on the aftertaste. A very easygoing rye. It doesn't taste anywhere near its 58.7% ABV – be cautious! While we did rate the spirits, the range of flavors didn't really lend itself to comparable results. That said, this tied for first place with two other drams, receiving 27% of the vote for favorite.