But rye gets a little tricky when the conversation turns to Canadian rye Whisky. Ironically, there is no mandate for rye to be used in the making of Canadian rye whisky, as long as the spirit exhibits the general bouquet and taste of Canadian whisky. Most of the whiskies produced are from blended mash bills and are higher in proof.
The whisky must be aged in wooden barrels for at least three years. In comparison, general bulk whisky produced in the U. The greatest difference in these two delicious spirits, aside from base ingredients in bourbon and rye, is their taste profiles. And these differing flavor profiles stem from their base ingredients. Bourbons tend to be more sweet and caramel-like due to their corn base, while rye grains lend a spicier, more savory note to the whiskey.
Being a good home bartender is as much about reading your audience as it is honing your skills. When leaning towards bourbon vs rye, make sure your guests like something sweet. Rye whiskeys take longer to drink, and are therefore better for long, enveloping conversations.
A little bit of forethought and you will be able to make the perfect cocktail for the occasion. Great article, goes a long way toward de-mystifying popular brown liquors for me.
One thing that would help, maybe even be a subject for a follow-on article, would be to give examples of American and Canadian rye whiskeys, as you do for the various types of bourbons. Also a few words about Canadian whiskeys in general would be useful. For instance, where do Canadian Club and Crown Royal fit in? And for that matter, what about 7 Crown which was a staple when I was growing up and seems to have lost its popularity, but is still around?
What is Bourbon? It is the most common bourbon you will find. High-Rye — As the name implies, high-rye bourbon contains large amounts of rye, and tends to have a little more kick than traditional bourbon.
Tennessee Whiskey — This is simply straight bourbon made in Tennessee. Though sourced from MGP, this rye has its own unique profile. Mentholated herbaceous notes kick off the aromas, while the palate serves rich doses of caramel and vanilla, along with all the green, spicy hallmarks of rye. Another MGP-sourced rye, this whiskey also delivers a nice juxtaposition of spicy, herbal notes and sweet tones developed during oak aging.
Produced at the Sazerac-owned Buffalo Trace distillery in Kentucky, this whiskey brand endured when so many others in the rye field fell by the wayside, keeping its signature, eponymous cocktail alive especially in New Orleans. It has a well-rounded profile and culminates with a heavy dose of spice, offering the ideal option for mixing that very namesake drink. A fairly recent introduction from Heaven Hill that debuted in , this 47 percent ABV charms with a mix of floral, herbaceous, and savory notes.
Heady butterscotch flavors bulk up the body, while a sweet cherry note on the finish suggests the first port of call should be mixing in a Manhattan.
The first, and younger, of the two is sourced from MGP, while the latter, older constituent was distilled by High West. Notes of cloves, cinnamon, and caraway are particularly pronounced. Stone fruit, toffee, and eucalyptus notes define the nose, while the palate is well-rounded and energetic, with an impressive depth of flavor and complexity. Distilled from a 53 percent rye mash bill, this rye shows gentle spice and exceptional balance across nose and palate.
Most of its spice can be grouped into the baking category, with cloves and cinnamon aromas leading the nose. Rich banana and chocolate chip notes on the palate promise to further please those with a sweet tooth. At this price point, drinkers should start to expect a whiskey that will hold its own in cocktails but also perform valiantly when enjoyed neat.
A small batch blend pulled from 80 barrels, it ignites the senses with intense floral and stone fruit aromas, and a savory spiced palate. If this is a sign of things to come, add this distillery and release to your watchlist.
In this case, that comes from finishing in Oregon Oak, or Quercus Garryana. It takes a while for the subtle influences of that oak to emerge — we get woody notes that pair well with the green character of rye — so spend some time with each pour and appreciate how it opens up over time. This craft Michigan offering contains a blend of percent rye and straight rye whiskey i. The overall, and expected, result is spice — and lots of it. From Newport, Ky. Made using the sour mash technique, and bottled without chill filtration, its bold character shines with minty, peppery aromas, and a broad range of baking spices and caramel on the palate.
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