Kings County Empire Rye Whiskey (750ml) starborough Malolactic-fermented in barriques with native

Malolactic-fermented in barriques with native yeasts

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the vineyard benefits from a unique microclimate and alluvial soils

but the tannins suddenly explode on the palate with assertive pungency and a thread of acidity that runs through the palate to provide lively freshness

at 455 – 500m elevation

Kings County Empire Rye Whiskey (750ml) starborough Malolactic-fermented in barriques with nativePart of a broader project with other New York distillers, Kings County Empire Rye whiskey is made from 80% New York grown Danko rye and 20% English barley malt and is aged 2 years in charred oak barrels. With notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, maple, mint, and cut grass with a finish of warm bread and holiday spice, this is a more flavorful rye than some of its commercial peers. Released at 102 proof, this is a potent entry into a much loved category.