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About American Straight Whiskey

About American Straight Whiskey
An American straight whiskey is one that less than 160 proof (80% ABV) from a fermented mash of at least 51% corn, rye, malted barley, wheat or malted rye and has been age for at least two years in charred oak barrels. Straight whiskies may be produced from a blend of straight whiskies produced in the same state. Offering a coper or amber color and displaying notes of caramel, toffee and baking spices among others, these are generally used for mixing with soda or tonic or used in cocktails.

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Lasso Motel 18 Year Old American Straight Whiskey
92 points
$129
Lasso Motel
18 Year Old American Straight Whiskey
A bold Whiskey with just a bit of boozy kick that is absolutely delicious as a sipper or cigar pairing; even at the higher proof, this is really complex and packed full of flavors.
92 points $129
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FEW American Straight Whiskey
92 points
$49
FEW
American Straight Whiskey
Tastes a little bit youthful and grainy but the menagerie of flavors is fascinating and delicious; the tropical fruit notes are almost Rum like.
92 points $49
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Storm King Distilling Co. 3 Year Old Side Gig American Straight Whiskey Batch No. 5
92 points
$65
Storm King Distilling Co.
3 Year Old Side Gig American Straight Whiskey Batch No. 5
A youthful Malt Whiskey with lively and sweet citrus and cocoa notes that are sure to delight.
92 points $65
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Storm King Distilling Co. Side Gig American Straight Whiskey Batch No. 7
91 points
$85
Storm King Distilling Co.
Side Gig American Straight Whiskey Batch No. 7
A very nice youthful Whiskey with great aroma and flavor characteristics already, and potential to develop into something even more intriguing with further barrel age.
91 points $85
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FEW American Straight Whiskey
89 points
$44
FEW
American Straight Whiskey
A complex Whiskey with sweet, fruity, and bitter flavors to compliment your bittersweet dessert.
89 points $44
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Storm King Distilling Co. Side Gig American Straight Whiskey Batch # 9
86 points
$75
Storm King Distilling Co.
Side Gig American Straight Whiskey Batch # 9
Sweet, youthful, and woody with some fun flavors but not all in harmony; there is some good distillate here and this should be fun to check in on as it matures.
86 points $75
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Krooked Tusker Distillery The Trouble With Tribbles Oak Aged Triticale Whiskey
84 points
$35
Krooked Tusker Distillery
The Trouble With Tribbles Oak Aged Triticale Whiskey
An interesting Whiskey with a range of complex flavors led by cinnamon and caramel stroopwaffel; the higher proof should lend itself well to cocktail applications.
84 points $35
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