Journeyman W.R. Whiskey
(0.75l, 45%)
Youthful and strong, but surprisingly soft and floral.
Three Oaks, Michigan is a small town of about fifteen-hundred at the most southwestern tip of the state. If it were a mile or two further south it would be in Indiana. Journeyman Distillery is located there and bills itself as a working-man’s shop. The building was a buggy whip and corset manufacturer back in the 1800s, and it is this history that influences the names of their nineteen products — from Featherbone Bourbon to Buggy Whip Wheat and beyond.
Journeyman W.R. Organic Whiskey is a new make spirit — not quite White Lightning, but darned close to it. After distillation it is placed into new white oak barrels for less than a day. Why do that, you ask? Believe it or not, even marginal contact with wood and air allow some of the more volatile compounds to dissipate and shave off the rougher edges. The mash bill is mostly rye, but there is a healthy dose of wheat as well — the same as their Last Feather Rye Whiskey. Rye brings the spice and wheat smoothes things out, so there is a good balance. Their point is to showcase the flavors of their pure, organic spirit without the influence of the wood. And at 45% ABV, there is strength to spare.
Three Oaks, Michigan is a small town of about fifteen-hundred at the most southwestern tip of the state. If it were a mile or two further south it would be in Indiana. Journeyman Distillery is located there and bills itself as a working-man’s shop. The building was a buggy whip and corset manufacturer back in the 1800s, and it is this history that influences the names of their nineteen products — from Featherbone Bourbon to Buggy Whip Wheat and beyond.
Journeyman W.R. Organic Whiskey is a new make spirit — not quite White Lightning, but darned close to it. After distillation it is placed into new white oak barrels for less than a day. Why do that, you ask? Believe it or not, even marginal contact with wood and air allow some of the more volatile compounds to dissipate and shave off the rougher edges. The mash bill is mostly rye, but there is a healthy dose of wheat as well — the same as their Last Feather Rye Whiskey. Rye brings the spice and wheat smoothes things out, so there is a good balance. Their point is to showcase the flavors of their pure, organic spirit without the influence of the wood. And at 45% ABV, there is strength to spare.
-
Category
-
StyleRye Whiskey
-
RegionMichigan
-
CountryUnited States
-
Alcohol45%
-
Distillery
Flavor Spiral™
About The Flavor Spiral
spicy
floral
rye
wheat
slightly sweet
grain
dry
lavender
oak
What does Journeyman W.R. Whiskey taste like?
The Flavor Spiral™ shows the most common flavors that you'll taste in Journeyman W.R. Whiskey and gives you a chance to have a taste of it before actually tasting it.
We invented Flavor Spiral™ here at Flaviar to get all your senses involved in tasting drinks and, frankly, because we think that classic tasting notes are boring.
The Flavor Spiral™ shows the most common flavors that you'll taste in Journeyman W.R. Whiskey and gives you a chance to have a taste of it before actually tasting it.
We invented Flavor Spiral™ here at Flaviar to get all your senses involved in tasting drinks and, frankly, because we think that classic tasting notes are boring.
Dog Dogson's
Smartass
Corner
Corner
Rye Whiskey is made from mash that is at least 51 per cent rye. The grain gives rye Whiskey its spicy, sometimes peppery, and bitter flavour. Rye was a big seller before Prohibition. After decades in obscurity, it’s fashionable again. George Washington distilled rye Whiskey at Mount Vernon.
Tasting Notes
Appearance / Color
Almost Clear
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Surprisingly floral with notes of wet grain
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Slightly sweet and soft on the palate, but strong where it counts
Finish
Short and lightly spicy
Almost Clear
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Surprisingly floral with notes of wet grain
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Slightly sweet and soft on the palate, but strong where it counts
Finish
Short and lightly spicy
This drink is featured in
The Damnation Revolution
A Battle for the American Spirit
Whisk(e)y
More drinks we think you'll like
$31.99
Ratings & Reviews
Antti,
It is a very good, intense, Rye Whiskey with a floral birth, sweet life & spicy death.
Will,
Not a fan.
Chris,
A soft rye, obviously young.
guest,
Very smooth with an exciting nose. Thick mouth feel and very pleasant afterburner
guest,
Surprising lavender notes - very enjoyable!
Back
A Dram for Your Thoughts
Review
Cancel
Tee up on the Green, Open a Distillery: The Story of Journeyman
>>>
4 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying Bourbon As A Gift
>>>
Alternative Whiskey That Every Home Bar Should Have
>>>
Ten Top Notch Gifts For Bourbon Lovers
>>>
Three's Company but Four's a Bourbon
>>>
Bourbon Goes to Hollywood
>>>
History of Rye Whiskey: From Hollywood Drunkards' Booze to Go-To Drink of Don Draper Himself
>>>
When a Psychologist Takes on Bourbon Country, This is What Happens
>>>
5 Derby Day Cocktails That Bring a Bit of Louisville to You
>>>
Do You Remember September? It's All about Bourbon
>>>
This Killer Kentucky Bourbon Keeps It All in the Family
>>>
7 Things You Didn't Know about Prohibition
>>>
