Mutt here! Most of you may not know this, but my family and I have been having a love affair with Wyoming for many years. It is one of our "go to" destinations on vacation whenever we can - at least once a year. It made perfect sense when I was given the opportunity to taste this revolutionary straight rye whiskey. It is Pine Bluffs Distilling Straight Rye Whiskey from where else but Pine Bluffs, Wyoming.
Pine Bluffs, Wyoming is about as far southeast as you can go without landing in neighboring Nebraska and their "Farm to Flask" approach is both honorable and impressive as they meticulously oversee every single step from growing grains to bottling. When we first discovered Pine Bluffs and saw the John Deere equipment adorning their website, we knew these were good people! They are currently producing a half dozen whiskies, a gin and a vodka. Today we're checking out the straight rye whiskey.
This bottle was really a nice surprise. Pine Bluffs Distilling tells you bottle is "what the devil sold his soul for" but to me, it tastes more like angelic tears. Yes, it has that spicy side, but it is so much more than your typical peppery rye. The dark honey color in the newly designed bottle is inviting and the mash bill of 68% rye, 14% malted white wheat, 14% malt and 4% oats initially gives off an earthy vibe combined with cinnamon and dill. This bottle from Batch 10 was opened about 15 minutes prior to tasting neat in a Glencairn.
First tastes gave me spearmint and dill flavors and the mid-palate spice settled down to a nuttier profile of almonds and pecans. The finish really lingers for minutes and this is a GREAT introduction into our world of Pine Bluffs Distilling!
Check out Mutt's 3 minute YouTube video and inital thoughts!
ABV: 49.5% (99 proof)
Distillery: Pine Bluffs Distilling
Suggested retail price: $49.00
Drink The Bottles score: 91/100
