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But we're not here to chat about bourbon, although Cedar Ridge does also produce one hell of a bourbon We're here to talk about the latest American single malt release from Cedar Ridge, which we think you Ridge employees. Company on Label:  Cedar Ridge Whiskey Type:  American single malt Mash Bill Percentages:  100% malted It's funky like a lot of American single malt is, but in only the way that Cedar Ridge can produce.

Will Cedar Ridge rye sing in the glass? Let's find out. Company on Label: Cedar Ridge Whiskey Type: Straight Rye Whiskey Mash Bill Percentages: 85% malted rye Ridge funk. The stills at Cedar Ridge have left a lot of good character here, and the maturation has perfectly melded I'm looking forward to trying more from Cedar Ridge in the years to come. Long live craft whiskey!

On the Cedar Ridge website, Murphy Quint explains why the focus on bourbon made sense to him: When I originally came back to Cedar Ridge, the company was producing a little bit of everything—bourbon, Yes, Cedar Ridge produces wine, too! As these projects reach maturity, the Cedar Ridge team will likely release "several new iterations of I want to thank Cedar Ridge for providing a bottle to sample prior to the release.

Cedar Ridge has long been on my list to taste, but busy has been my palate with a thousand other whiskeys That takes many forms, but in the case of Cedar Ridge, there's a family that goes by the surname Quint Cedar Ridge describes their process on their website, saying: Managing every step of production, from You won’t find the Cedar Ridge taste anywhere else in the world. Ridge.

Ridge. With bottled-in-bond and straight rye whiskey already in solid rotation at the distillery, Cedar Ridge Cedar Ridge has a wide range of finished whiskey, from bourbon to rye to American single malt; they Thank you to the folks at Cedar Ridge for the opportunity to spend two days learning and experiencing Company on Label:  Cedar Ridge Whiskey Type:  Straight rye whiskey Mash Bill Percentages: 85% rye, 12%

Named distillery of the year in 2017 by the American Distillery Institute, Cedar Ridge Distillery, located They've certainly shown up for Cedar Ridge through the years, keeping their home state Cedar Ridge bourbon On the Cedar Ridge website , Quint explains the importance of cask finished blending: While each cask Ridge ex-bourbon barrels, this multiple-year blending project was finished in Cedar Ridge V (a Madeira-inspired Cedar Ridge has produced a stellar American single malt with their Untitled Cigar Project.

Cedar Ridge is one of the preeminent proponents of American single malt In order to use American single ABV: 47% // MSRP: $119.99 3: Cedar Ridge QuintEssential American Single Malt Special Release: Wine Club ABV: 59.05% // MSRP: $99 2: Cedar Ridge QuintEssential American Single Malt Special Release: Untitled The fact that Cedar Ridge landed two consecutive spots on this list should be telling.

ABV: 59.2% // MSRP: $84.99 14: Cedar Ridge Bottled in Bond Batch 001 Straight Rye Whiskey Continuing on our tour of the US, we discovered Cedar Ridge, from Swisher, Iowa, knows how to make a really great pine bark, silly nilly pink vanilla cotton candy, and a trademarked funk that is representative of Cedar Ridge. Peach rings dance late in the glass.

Comparing this to my previous sip of Cedar Ridge bottled-in-bond rye, I'd give the nod to the Iowa distillery

Barrell Bourbon has returned to celebrate the new year with its annual release. Featuring a unique blend of bourbons from seven states and bottled at cask strength, this will be the 9th New Year bottling to date. For those mathematically challenged, like myself, the first release was in 2017. Now, if you ask me, these releases might as well be the Times Square New Year's Eve ball drop of blended offerings. It's a relatively well-known release, it's typically a crowd pleaser, and when it comes to blending, Barrell may be at the top of the top in that nuanced process. If you're unfamiliar with Barrell Bourbon, check out the reviews in recent years right here on Amongst The Whiskey . I should also note that, amongst all those reviews, Barrell's New Year releases have yet to appear. Through the generosity of Barrell Bourbon Company, which provided this bottle, and in accordance with the editorial review , I offer my take on this year's New Year's release. Company on Label:  Barrell Craft Spirits Whiskey Type:  A blend of straight bourbon whiskeys Mash Bill Percentages: 70% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley, 1% wheat Proof:  110.3 ° Age:  5 years (a blend of 5-16 year bourbon) MSRP: $84.99 Further Identification:  Blended from whiskey distilled in Indiana (5, 6, 8, 11 & 13-year), Kentucky (5, 6 & 10-year), Tennessee (8, 10,& 16-year), Wyoming (9 & 13-year), Maryland (7 & 8-year), New York (5-year), and Ohio (5-year) Nose:  Upon lifting the glass to my nose, I'm greeted with a sweetness that reminds me of the sugary cereals I wasn't allowed to eat as a child, like Fruit Loops mixed with Captain Crunch. Soon after my nostalgia evaporates, I find cinnamon, cream soda, vanilla bean, and a hint of paper. This smells soft, deceptively so, for the proof I know this pour to be. Swirling the liquid releases apple pie filling, a hint of clove, and a question mark in my head. Why is this so darn sweet? Returning to the nose, after a reset, I find a bouquet of fruit, strawberries, apples, and oranges sweetened by vanilla frosting. I'm curious what a sip will do to the aromas, and I find out after a few tastes: everything is sharper, with the proof now shining through. Cherry syrup and vanilla cupcakes overwhelm my left nostril, while the right is zeroed in on the cinnamon spice. I can't help but feel like this could be more, even though the blend has a lot going on already. As I approach the bottom of my glencarin, the alcohol becomes more apparent. The empty glass smells of graham crackers, cocoa powder, and dried flowers. Palate:  The first sip is all heat and tingles, with a flash of vanilla and fruit. The nose misled me into forgetting this is cask strength! A second sip welcomes quite a bit of spice, cinnamon, and ginger, most notably, along with baked apples, vanilla crème, and old-fashioned wafer cookies. The flavors swing between sweet and spice, with quite the Kentucky hug, and a deep, slow-developing warmth in my chest. Additional sips are a layering of fruit, with the sweet tones overtaking now. Somehow, my taste buds have dulled to one note: sweet, a favorable outcome for those who prefer that note, but unfortunately, I find myself, once again, wanting more out of this pour. TL;DR: A sweet forward sip paired best with ease in mind Rating:  3/5 Middle of the road whiskey. An average showing. There are undoubtedly preconceived notions that a New Year release should have all the bells and whistles and sparkly accessories. However, I have spent a number of New Year's Eves snuggled up on my couch with a cat on my lap, a fire in my hearth, and the television tuned to Times Square's countdown. Not every New Year's is meant to be loud and rambunctious. This particular release, for me, offers the space to celebrate in the comfort of whatever you find cozy. WRITTEN BY: JES SMYTH W ith what started as a genuine curiosity for the “water of life,” fiction writer and published author Jes Smyth has nurtured her enthusiasm for whiskey ever since. From learning the vast history of whiskey making to celebrating the passion of the industry, she tastes each sip with intention and purpose while expressing the intricacies of whiskey in a relatable and heartfelt way. She is thrilled to be a contributing writer for AmongstTheWhiskey.com  and hopes her words will resonate with those ready to explore the beautiful world of whiskey.

The area contains historical landmarks, such as Kenmore Bridge. Nick's Thoughts Nose:  Raisin and resinous cedar lead the way.

It's light and fun, though I almost get the undertones of some cedar influence, even though I know Strathmill That was a wild ride—the kind of experience I adore in all things whisk(e)y.