Smoke Wagon Bottled in Bond Rye (75cl, 50%)

This is a straight rye whiskey from Nevada H&C Distilling Co. of Las Vegas, made from spirit distilled by MGP in Indiana and matured in the Nevada desert. It carries the Bottled in Bond designation, which means a minimum of four years of ageing, a single distilling season and bottling at 100 proof. The mash bill is 51% rye, 45% corn and 4% malted barley. The desert's heat and low humidity speed the interaction between spirit and wood. The nose is spicy rye grain with caramel, dried fruit, vanilla and a little cinnamon. The palate starts creamy and sweet, then turns to black pepper, butterscotch and toasted bread. The finish is long and warming, with oak and baking spice.