Sazerac Rye

Sazerac Rye

Sazerac has a lot of meanings. It is the name of a big spirits company, the name of America’s First cocktail and, most interesting for us, the name of a straight rye whiskey. Supposedly, the name comes from a French importer of cognacs, Sazerac du Forge et Fils. In New Orleans, in the famous French Quarter, there is still a Sazerac Coffee House....

Score 88/100

Sazerac Rye

This is a bottle worth having in your bar both for mixing and sipping on its own. It makes a great Manhattan, especially if you do not like your Manhattans too sweet. It's a good step up from Old Overholt for mixing and still not too expensive. It is made by Buffalo Trace, whose straight bourbon is also one of my favorites. It is truly a...

Score 90/100

Sazerac Rye

While @thewalkingdad was here last Sunday, I was able to jot down some notes and score the whiskies that he provided from his collection. The reviews I post today (Dec 11th) will not be in-depth but more general highlights and scores of the whiskies that he provided on our glorious whisk(e)y day. First up, Sazerac Rye. Sample: Neat in Glencairn...

Score 78/100

Sazerac Rye

Nose reminds me clearly of toffee, in addition of sweet spices. Some fruity notes in it as well. Body is smooth, medium bodied. Taste has rye sweetness and spicyness. Some of those fruity fragrances stay in palate. Perhaps some pepper in it too? Overall, a very drinkable whiskey. Not too complex, but great just for enjoying.

Score 85/100