American Rye Whiskey, 46.5% ABV
Description
Sagamore Small Batch Straight Whiskey is a Maryland-style straight rye, known for balancing bold spice with smooth sweetness, featuring a blend of high-rye and low-rye mash bills. It is aged for 4-6 years in new, charred American oak barrels and proofed with unique limestone-filtered spring water from Sagamore Farm.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Aromas of orange zest, cinnamon, honey, dried herbs, caramel, and toasted oak.
Palate: Balanced and approachable with flavors of spicy rye grain, caramel, nutmeg, dried apricot, honey, toffee, cinnamon, and hints of dried fruit. Notes of classic baking spices pair with fruit-forward notes like golden delicious apples, leading to vibrant sweet notes of caramel, honey, and brown sugar.
Finish: Medium-length with lingering spice, oak tannin, a touch of vanilla, and soft herbal notes. The manufacturer describes a warm spice and honey linger through a mild oak and faded fruit finish.
