Rieger Kansas City Whiskey
About Rieger Kansas City Whiskey
An embodiment of excellence and history, Rieger Kansas City Whiskey is a celebration of the vibrant whiskey-making tradition in the heartland of America. This fine blended whiskey is a unique product from the J. Rieger & Co., a distillery with a rich heritage dating back to the early 1880’s, and it echoes the quality and craft of an era gone by. What sets Rieger Kansas City Whiskey apart is its unique blend of corn, malt, and rye, supplemented with 15-year-old Oloroso Sherry. This harmonious addition of sherry is a nod to pre-prohibition when alcoholic beverages could contain up to 2% by volume of added spirit.
Tasting Notes
The nose of Rieger Kansas City Whiskey is delicately complex. It sends forth whiffs of dried fruits accompanied by subtle undertones of toasted nuts—a tribute to the Sherry influence. On the palate, an initial burst of spicy rye gives way to rounded flavors of caramel and vanilla, both interwoven with a hint of dried raisins, a presence that reminds one of the sherry. The mouthfeel is smooth and warming, engaging your senses in a comforting embrace. The finish is remarkably long and pleasantly dry with an afterglow of figs and plums lingering at the back of the mouth.
Suggested Serves
- Whiskey Sour: The spicy rye notes and rich fruitiness of Rieger Kansas City Whiskey harmonize seamlessly with the zing of fresh lemon juice to create a perfectly balanced Whiskey Sour.
- Old Fashioned: The bold, vibrant character of Rieger Kansas City Whiskey ensures it holds its own when mixed with sugar and bitters to create a timeless, classic Old Fashioned.
Production Notes
Producing Rieger Kansas City Whiskey is a process steeped in history and care. The blend comprises straight whiskeys sourced from across North America, including corn, malt, and rye. But what notably differentiates it is the addition of 15-year-old Oloroso Sherry. This Sherry incorporation is a characteristic post Aging Solera system attribute. This painstaking process adds not just a fruity complexity to the whiskey, but also reflects a commitment to preserving pre-Prohibition whiskey making techniques.
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750ml & 92 Proof
