Catoctin Creek Barrel Select Rye Whisky – Zinfandel Cask Finish
30ml Sample | Selected by Southport Whiskey Club | 59.5% ABV
A captivating expression from Virginia's Catoctin Creek Distillery, this Barrel Select Rye has been hand-picked by the Southport Whisky Club for its remarkable depth and complexity. Finished in a Zinfandel wine cask, this bold rye bridges the worlds of American whiskey and Californian viticulture in spectacular fashion.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Ripe red berries, jammy fruit, and classic rye spice with a hint of toasted oak
Palate: Rich and warming at 59.5% ABV — dark cherry, blackberry, cinnamon, and cracked black pepper
Finish: Long and fruit-forward, with lingering spice and a dry, tannic wine character
Distillery
Catoctin Creek Distillery, based in Purcellville, Virginia, is renowned for its organic, grain-to-glass approach to American rye whiskey. This Barrel Select expression showcases the transformative power of wine cask finishing.
This 30ml sample is the perfect introduction to this exceptional whisky before committing to a full bottle.
