Tasting Notes

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Lost Lantern Spirit Works Single Cask

Lost Lantern Spirit Works California Rye. Image courtesy Lost Lantern Whiskey.

Country: USA

Region: California

Type: Rye Whiskey

Bottler: Lost Lantern

ABV: 61%

Score: 92 Points

This California straight rye has a nose rich with baking spices, honey, red apples, and hints of molasses and brown sugar. The taste has lemon pepper spice, a hint of cocoa powder, brown sugar, honey, and vanilla notes, and adding some water opens up touches of fruity character while not diminishing the spicy intensity. The finish has gently lingering spices and lemony tartness with hints of cocoa and vanilla in the background. (October, 2021)