New Riff Balboa Rye

New Riff Balboa Rye 

Official bottling 
Single rye - Kentucky 
Amber bronze
50% ABV
Dram

Nose: Orange juice, blackcurrant cordial, raisins, sandalwood, cinnamon, peaches, hints of nutmeg. 
Mouthfeel: Light body, expands, loosens, warm. 
Tasting:  Sweet sour. Black tea, blackcurrant cordial, sandalwood, cloves, white pepper, brown paper, hints of pear drops. 
Finish: Short. White pepper, pear drops, black tea, blackcurrant cordial. 

Comments: 

Quite fragrant and cough syrupy, with a spicy edge. It’s more bourbon-like than other ryes, the classic brown paper note stands out more. Really good quality juice.

Verdict:

I like this a lot.