Smooth Ambler Old Scout 4 Year Single Barrel Cask Strength Rye Whiskey
Specs
ABV: 59.5%
Age: 4 Years
Recipe: 95% rye, 5% malted barley
Distiller: MGP
Country/Region: USA/Indiana
Price Paid (MSRP): $50 ($50)
Tasting Notes
Nose: Straightforward and inviting with brown sugar, clove, rye spice, mint, and faint anise.
Palate: Medium weight, feels lively and peppery. Notes of clove, more brown sugar, maple, vanilla, spearmint, and herbs.
Finish: Medium to long length, a touch of bitterness, chocolate, oak, plenty of spice and caramel sweetness.
Rating: 68/100 – Good | Better than average
One of the better 4 year MGP ryes that I’ve tried. This SAOS single barrel hits all of the right notes and shows good depth of flavor. I don’t get any of the youthful grass notes that are common in younger ryes and at nearly 60% ABV it still feels just tempered enough as to not be overly aggressive. For around $50 these single barrels are a solid buy and I’ll consider picking up another bottle in the future.