2024 24 Days of Whisk(e)y - Day 9

Happy Monday! Day 9 of 24 Days of Whisk(e)y ... tonight we are trying Jefferson's Ocean Aged At Sea Double Barrel Rye, Voyage 26, 48% ABV, no age statement, costing $80. This starts with Canadian Rye that is then put in barrels that are then put on a ship that goes to various places while the barrel sloshes around and sees some changes in weather and whatnot. It's supposed to age the whiskey quicker ... no idea how much is gimmick, and how much actually helps - but that's their story.

On the nose I find a touch of floral, some citrus, maybe orange, herbal, vanilla, nutmeg or similar baking spice and cinnamon. The taste is sweet brown sugar syrup, hint of orange, maybe some chocolate, touch of spice and maybe a touch of oak. Going back and forth tasting and nosing I kept finding new things. 

The finish is sweet, lingers and I get some licorice. While this doesn't have much rye spice for me, the licorice had me guessing it was a rye when drinking this blind. With water the nose is more sweet along with the taste, finish is similar but shorter. For me this is better neat.

Overall this is pretty good. It's better than budget ryes for sure. It's better than the 10 Year Whistle Pig from the other night - which costs the same. It might be a smidge high, but I'll rate it 3.75/5.0 tonight. I plan on trying all these again next year and seeing if my ratings change any. Cheers!