Name: Sagamore Spirit Straight Rye Whiskey Reviews & Tasting Notes
Brand: Sagamore Spirit
SKU: 1022526
Price: 40.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 7.7 (309 reviews)

Jason, Jan 23, 2021

Good rye and fantastic four Sazerac.

Ray, Jan 23, 2021

Strong but equally smooth. It leaves a lingering aftertaste that makes you want more.

Michael, Jan 22, 2021

I liked it a lot even my wife liked it. I would recommend it

Joe, Jan 21, 2021

Meh

Keith, Jan 20, 2021

Nice taste

James, Jan 20, 2021

Very drinkable, but not much flavor or complexity..

Doug, Jan 20, 2021

Easy drinking, not exemplary

Lisa, Jan 18, 2021

I was surprised at how well with this paired with apple brandy. Excellent on its own or as the foundation of some foo foo old fashioneds!

James, Jan 17, 2021

Subtle and smooth. Really good

Cristina, Jan 17, 2021

Very easy to drink, soft and sweet, lots of vanilla. A really nice surprise.

Frank, Jan 16, 2021

A good, light rye. It is a bit deceptive, however, that the whiskey originates from MGP in Indiana, which Sagamore them ages and bottles.

Nicholas, Jan 16, 2021

Enjoyed this a lot. The spice is as prevalent as the spiral denotes and the finish has a wonderful fruity punch. Apricot and orange. The nose I got almost a cinnamon like spice and vanilla. Very solid.

Thomas, Jan 15, 2021

Really nice, light rye. Smooth with no burn. Very good for sipping neat.

William, Jan 14, 2021

It's okay. It's a light rye that would be a great entry for beginners in this category. Heavy vanilla on the nose and some orange peel at the end, it lacks the baking spice notes one craves. Leather and tobacco when on the rocks, spice picks up as well but still missing that deep rye flavor. Good for mixed drinks rather than a neat pour.

Amy, Jan 13, 2021

Very smooth with a light mouth feel. I smell the vanilla.

Shreyas, Jan 13, 2021

Smooth and spicy. Makes a great old-fashioned.

Mark, Jan 13, 2021

Light for a rye, but a decent aftertaste

John, Jan 12, 2021

For the price this Rye is phenomenal! I’ve bought a second bottle. Every time I drink it I’m very impressed. Can’t say Rye’s are my favorite but this one I love

Ben, Jan 12, 2021

This doesn’t drink like a typical rye. Extremely light on the nose with unmistakable sweetness, vanilla and ripe fruit. I don’t pick up much of the tobacco mentioned by the spiral and the spice just isn’t as prevalent as I expected. Absolutely outstanding at the $40 price point.

Brian, Jan 11, 2021

Very smooth. Normally drink Bullitt rye, but this one is my new favorite.

Sam, Jan 9, 2021

Jasmine and vanilla dominate. Great for the price point. Doesn’t really drink like a rye in my opinion and the spicy is subtle compared to other “spicy” ryes. Great entry point for people new to rye (at least in my state). This and woodford reserve rye are my staples when introducing people to rye.

Scott, Jan 9, 2021

Love it!!! Very tasty! Perfect for Old Fashioned’s

Justin, Jan 8, 2021

Smooth but doesn’t seem to taste like a rye. Very drinkable but not very complex

Steve, Jan 6, 2021

Easy to drink if you are not a bourbon whiskey or rye. Absolutely zero nose, weak flavor, no levels of flavor, qualities (not flavor) are similar to white bottle Jim Beam($15). It is probably a good rye for beginners and non-rye drinkers. Does not measure up to Dickel Rye ($22)or High west Double Rye.($30) (certianly not Whistle Pig).

Moe, Jan 6, 2021

It’s a rye. Nothing special, but I’m not the biggest rye fan, wanted to try it.

Charles, Jan 4, 2021

Started off sweet and developed spice, it was smooth, not harsh at all

John, Jan 4, 2021

Truly delicious, both straight and on the rocks. It shines in an old fashioned.

Jeffery, Jan 3, 2021

Spicy, smooth with a nice finish. I think I'd add a splash of water to enjoy the sip.

John, Jan 2, 2021

Smooth, aromatic, flavorful rye. Very nice for sipping. I could get used to this one.

Reed, Jan 2, 2021

This is one whisky that tastes better on the rocks - straight-up is a bit harsh. The fruity bouquet is amazing.

Justin, Jan 1, 2021

Picking up the vanilla and fruit on the nose and initial taste. Fades into some tobacco and oak and nice spice on the finish.

Eugene, Jan 1, 2021

Smooth. Caramel and spice pleasantly subtle.

Jeffrey, Dec 31, 2020

It was a good sipper but not amazing. I will get again for the daily drink.

Nic, Dec 31, 2020

So smooth!

Calli, Dec 25, 2020

It was enjoyable but nothing about it jump out at me.

Joseph, Dec 24, 2020

Smooth with a nice finish

Chris, Dec 23, 2020

Liked it, but wouldn't necessarily buy again

Charles, Dec 20, 2020

When I drink neat, I like smooth. A little burn at first is OK but I want to experience the butterscotch flavor without sweetness at the end. The Sagamore is a nice balance. I wouldn't dream of using this for a mixed drink. It's neat, or with stones only.

Jeff, Dec 17, 2020

Really smooth. favorite of a couple of my friends of all the whiskeys we tasted last go around.

Chuck, Dec 13, 2020

Loved this Rye.

Sophia, Dec 5, 2020

I'm more of a smokey peaty scotch-girl than a sweet spicy rye whiskey-girl, but was pleasantly surprised by this dram...smooth and drinkable like many others have said. I think this is only my second time trying a rye and would definitely like to try others to compare.

Mike, Dec 4, 2020

rye whiskey has a different taste but it has a nice edge to it

Cameron, Dec 4, 2020

Nothing stands out about this. Typical rye. Great for old fashioneds though

Michael, Dec 1, 2020

Very smooth and drinkable

Michael, Dec 1, 2020

It was just OK for me

Corbin, Dec 1, 2020

It was a nice beginning whiskey for me. Eager to try new flavors and blends of different notes. It was just the right amount of spicy

Dan, Nov 25, 2020

Really like this one. Sitting outside with a fall fire, sipping Sagamore Spirit...hard to beat. Made me want to explore more ryes!

Frank, Nov 19, 2020

A medium rye. Makes a great Old Fashioned.

David, Nov 13, 2020

Sagamore Rye made me a Rye enthusiast. Very tasty with a lemon twist. I am now looking to try others. A very sippable drink. Relax with one. DB upstate NY

Vincent, Nov 12, 2020

Not great, but good. needs more spice for drinking neat. Makes a fine Old Fashioned.

Joel, Nov 11, 2020

A seemingly unfinished rye lacking in complexity and depth.

Scott, Nov 10, 2020

This dram was a spicy mouth of goodness. The flavor tapered into fruit and finished clean. I would but this rye again in a heartbeat.

Larry, Nov 8, 2020

Light rye with nice nose.

Isaiah, Nov 7, 2020

Loved this bottle. For the price its hard to beat

Johnathon, Nov 4, 2020

One of my favorites! Nice and smooth with a kick!

JAMES, Nov 3, 2020

Picked it as a membership bottle, and I'm enjoying sipping it very much (with a drop of water) - would definitely buy it again. I'd agree with others - smooth and nice after taste.

Miles, Nov 3, 2020

A nice sipping rye with plenty of warmth but not much heat. Tasty, with plenty of vanilla, maple and candied fruit notes and a very appealing nose. The nice, dry and spicy finish is very clean.

Erik, Oct 30, 2020

Smooth, loved the vanilla and spices, wonderful aftertaste.

Matt, Oct 30, 2020

Smooth, light, and peachy finish.

Michael, Oct 29, 2020

Love it. Mixes well with diet coke. not overpowering.

Steve, Oct 28, 2020

Smooth - first Maryland Whiskey I’ve had

Justin, Oct 27, 2020

Smooth

Nathaniel, Oct 26, 2020

Not for me

Christopher, Oct 26, 2020

Not an expert, by any means, but very flavorful. My only regret is that I don’t have any left.

Gerald, Oct 25, 2020

lol

Matt, Oct 24, 2020

Very nice Rye. It has the distinctive rye spiciness but is very smooth. Wonderful sipping neat while relaxing. Highly recommended.

Alex, Oct 15, 2020

I haven’t tried many ryes, but this was great. Very easy to drink straight. In a sniffer you can smell the rye but a different taste and smooth all the way down. Can definitely see myself purchasing again.

Tyler, Oct 15, 2020

I’m getting caramelized banana and vanilla in the nose. Maybe also creme brûlée? Taste is sweet up front. Caramel, maybe some cinnamon? Then a nice spice linger in the end. I REALLY like this!

Guy, Oct 14, 2020

Wish I could do 6.5 stars. Overall, it is a fine rye. I wasn't wowed in any particular area. It has a hefty amount of spice considering how light it is. Maybe turning up the ABV would've helped. It finishes ok, but not in a great way. It just kind of spiced me up and then left. Not saying it's a one trick pony, but you need to looked hard for the layers here. Makes a tasty rye & coke.

Cliff, Oct 14, 2020

One of the best Ryes I have ever had!

Eben, Oct 12, 2020

Very Good!

Eddie, Oct 10, 2020

Thanks

Eddie, Oct 10, 2020

Ntmot the bite that I usually get from my Ryes. However, good taste. Not as good as Woodford Reserve Rey but still a good bottle.

Robinson, Oct 10, 2020

Really wonderful experience with this Rye. It’s spicy 🌶 yet smooth.

Jason, Oct 9, 2020

Goes really well in my wife's Manhattan!

Eric, Oct 8, 2020

The best Rye for the money hands down. Better than others twice the price!

Josh, Oct 4, 2020

Delicicious libation. Makes a hell of an old fashioned. Not quite spicy as some other rye but has a pleasant finish. This was my premium bottle selection for first month amd I would consider buying this again in store.

Rick, Oct 2, 2020

Easy to drink with more flavor than I expected. Not spectacular, but for the price point, I would buy again.

Josue, Oct 1, 2020

Love it

Austin, Sep 29, 2020

I prefer my bourbon/whiskey with a splash of water when I’m drinking, and to me this is a perfect rye for that. Still flavorful, but not overpowering. Overall would recommend/ buy again. Tasting notes are sweet with a little bit of a pine/ spruce flavor to it. Clean finish that leaves a good after taste.

Aimee, Sep 28, 2020

Smooth and sweet. Good flavor, but the flavor is a little weak.

Andee, Sep 27, 2020

Smooth starts with a spicy note but quickly goes to the fruits, only taste the peach at the end. Will big again!

Elise, Sep 26, 2020

Surprisingly smooth - apricot notes with a strong vanilla/caramel/maple presence. Spicy finish. A very good everyday staple

ERIC, Sep 25, 2020

Solid rye. Nice balance of vanilla and spice.

Matt, Sep 23, 2020

Very solid rye. Nothing really spectacular but definitely making it a regular!

Traci, Sep 23, 2020

solid rye. nothing incredibly unusual, but would recommend to others.

Franchesca, Sep 22, 2020

It wasn't too bad, definitely picked up some apricot notes, but it could've been a lot smoother.

Eli, Sep 21, 2020

Loved it

gary, Sep 19, 2020

Fantastically smooth for a rye full of sweet aromas and spice. For the price this is a perfect sipping rye that would be a great introductory spirit to anyone wanting to further their palate down the whiskey trail. Great neat or on the rocks, but can lose itself in a cocktail so remember KISS (keep it simple stupid)

Shawn, Sep 17, 2020

Liked the flavor and how it went down

Randall, Sep 16, 2020

Definitely a great Rye! Smooth and was a hit with my friends. Would definitely buy again, but will try their other concoctions first.

Jeff, Sep 16, 2020

I’m not sophisticated enough to describe different “notes” and flavors. I can tell you this, though....this stuff is good!

Lee, Sep 15, 2020

I thought this was quite good. I was surprised I liked a Rye, but it blended well and was smooth

David, Sep 14, 2020

There are not too many rye whiskeys I like but this I will buy again.

Samuel, Sep 14, 2020

I really liked it

Ira, Sep 13, 2020

Like it much more than I expected. I've been on a rye kick so I got as my free bottle this quarter. The initial neck pour last night, meh. But boy oh boy oh boy did this puppy open up after a day uncorked. Nose of prunes and apricot with a little rye. Balanced mouthfeel with apricot and rye, a little maple or caramel, with rye up front and tobacco in back. The flavor of rye but without that rye pop. Kind of like a bourbon smoothness but with rye flavors. Really very nice. The tobacco taste lingers in the finish, I feel like I just smoked a Cohiba.

Jason, Sep 13, 2020

Delicious

Heather, Sep 13, 2020

Freakin love it. Drink this rye daily if you can. Better yet use it to turn a friend onto rye. Not terrible spicy just an easy going smooth whisky.

Jesse, Sep 12, 2020

Rye is my preferred whiskey. High proof, so there’s the initial alcohol burn. That opens to immediate new oak backed by dark stone fruit, like cherries. Sweetness starts to develop, honey and vanilla. The fruit turns to apricot toward the finish. I like sipping this one. Pretty happy with it. I’m interested to see what a Manhattan will taste like with this

Darren, Sep 12, 2020

Loved it. Very mellow. Easy to drink. Just added a small drop of water to open up the rich sweet flavors. Already ordered another.

Alyssa, Sep 12, 2020

Very smooth for a Rye! I’m glad I branched out and tried it. It makes a great old fashioned!

Christopher, Sep 8, 2020

Buttery mouth feel with a sharp after taste. Licorice on the nose. Overall a good rye, but better with an ice cube than straight. I probably wouldn't get this one again as there are much better rye at the same or lower cost.

Johnathon, Sep 7, 2020

Very smooth, sweet spicy taste! One of my favorites so far!

Joe, Sep 6, 2020

This will ruin ryes for you because the balance is perfect. Mellow caramel on the front, smooth creamy mouth feel, typical spice and pepper finish. Great way to intro someone to rye

Jonathan, Sep 4, 2020

This was a great introduction to rye whiskey, and one that I loved. It has a home at my bar - very comfortable to taste with a wonderful follow up.

Tod, Sep 4, 2020

Great rye and I hope they used one of the old "secret"Maryland recipes.

Alex, Sep 4, 2020

Not a bottle of of thought of buying but I’m impressed and would recommend to others! The spice dominates the profile and is with you from nose to finish, but the apricot & citrus bring down to a level that more sensitive palates can enjoy as well.

Nathan, Sep 2, 2020

Nice dram, very smooth. Mild but agreeable flavor with a hint of spice around the edges and on the finish. Easy drinking but not overly complex.

Mark, Sep 1, 2020

Excellent whiskey. Couldn’t be happier with the purchase, in fact, the bottle didn’t last 2 weeks!

Jeff, Aug 31, 2020

Very good flavor! Smooth and easy to drink. I had to make sure I didn’t over do it because it goes down so easily.

Dave, Aug 30, 2020

Neat, room temperature, with a few drops of water is my method of allowing Sagamore to show me it's rye prowess. Thumbs up!

Jeff, Aug 28, 2020

Has a strong bite over rocks. Pretty good with a mixer. I use Sprite.

brandon, Aug 27, 2020

quarterly free bottle. very spicy and aggressive. rye (obviously) notes all the way through and a fairly long finish. very warming. sagamore was upfront about it being a sourced whiskey and I like that in company but rye just isn't my thing. overall a middle of the road experience. probably will not be buying a bottle anytime soon.

David, Aug 27, 2020

Got this as my quarterly bottle since there was very few options available. Not a big fan.

Gabe, Aug 28, 2020

That's how i felt also. It was between this and a WHISTLEPIG 10 Year Old Rye Whiskey (375ml) for me. I wish Flaviar had better options. Reconsidering my subscription now

matthew, Sep 2, 2020

Also agree about the selections as well as reconsidering my subscription. If this is what is offered on a regular basis ( 3 full bottles and a half ) I don’t really feel it’s worth my time or money. I do like the sampler setup though, wish there was a cheaper option just for that and I could pay full price for what I liked.

Jeff, Aug 26, 2020

Caramel/butterscotch on the nose with a spicy palate. Long aftertaste with a slight burn. Tasted neat at room temp.

Mark, Aug 25, 2020

Pretty smooth

Jeffrey, Aug 24, 2020

I was pleasantly pleased! Straight out of the bottle it was direct and to the point going down. Add two drops of water and the complextion changed to a smooth, silky, sweeter taste that sat nicely on the palette.

David, Aug 22, 2020

First if all, incredible bottle design. I'm keeping this for the "bottle shelf." The whiskey here is unique and good. If it were priced in the low $30s it'd be a steal, but at close to $40 I can find others much better. Would love to see it aged for another few years. Will definitely try again once the distillery has got a few more years under their belt perfecting this.

Jordan, Aug 21, 2020

Light and smooth. Not as spicy as expected.

Athena, Aug 19, 2020

Warm on the way down with a lingering glow. Harsh for my palate neat, tempered with melted ice it is easier sipping. Currently mixed with cola it brings out the sweet warmth.

Robert, Aug 18, 2020

I’m not normally a rye guy, but this one as delicious.

Robin, Aug 17, 2020

What a surprise. I knew it was a MGP product but I had read good reviews so I jumped at the chance. A nice smooth rye compared to some others I have on the shelf. This is a definite keeper

Nicholas, Aug 17, 2020

Smooth rye (yes, a smooth rye!) with vanilla and fruit up front and a smoothness on the palette that is quite enjoyable. I thought it was cherry, but the flavor spiral says apricot, tobacco and peach. I’m still learning, but makes sense now. Best rye I’ve had for the price yet.

John, Aug 14, 2020

Enjoyed has full flavor with out being over bearing

Scarlett, Aug 14, 2020

Really loving my eye whiskey. Didn't even know I liked rye whiskey until my box arrived!

William, Aug 12, 2020

Really enjoyed it

Anthony, Aug 11, 2020

I'm not a big drinker, but I do love scotch. Mainly Johnny Walker. I acquired this bottle of Sagamore Spirit, which is rye whiskey, almost by accident and it was just delicious! So much so that I immediately used my free shipping and credits at Flaviar to buy a second bottle. I'm almost halfway through the first bottle now after a couple of weeks and on the odd evenings that I enjoy a finger or two, I sip it slowly so that I can really enjoy it. Fantastic find.

Victor, Aug 10, 2020

I did not have very high expectations for this for some reason, but, what a pleasant surprise! Definitely a keeper.

Matt, Aug 10, 2020

Wow this beauty has taste, it’s rye flavor is delicious and smooth

David, Aug 9, 2020

Lighter than I like. Still enjoyable. Better neat.

Andrew, Aug 6, 2020

Great balance between spicy and sweet- a very easy and delightful sipper. The finish is long and the orange is readily apparent

Andrew, Aug 6, 2020

A great balance of sweet and spicy. The finish is long and the orange really comes through.

Charlotte, Aug 4, 2020

We enjoyed it, makes a nice Manhattan.

tom, Aug 3, 2020

Very good rye. Have not had straight up yet, but made a few very good Manhattans.

cody, Jul 31, 2020

This is a really smooth Rye with a beautiful balance of sweet and spciy in the taste. Really enjoyed it!

Nicholas, Jul 30, 2020

Haven’t drank too many rye’s in the past, but this one was very pleasant!

Dave, Jul 29, 2020

smooth.

Jeremy, Jul 29, 2020

Great tasting rye!

Christopher, Jul 25, 2020

Super tasty, with a particularly complex profile for a straight rye

John, Jul 20, 2020

I'm usually not a rye guy but this bourbon was smooth with a hint of unique flavor. I enjoyed it.

Jeffrey, Jul 20, 2020

Liked it. Still developing the knack for catching flavors. Was expecting it to be a bit more bitter as rye in the past with me has not been this smooth.

Matt, Jul 14, 2020

Very good for the price. A sweetness that I don’t usually find in other rye.

Matthew, Jul 13, 2020

Very smooth, spicy no burn, carmel

Andrew, Jul 13, 2020

Excellent flavor, very smooth. Great for sipping or in a cocktail. Highly recommend.

Renea, Jul 11, 2020

This was my first try at rye whiskey. I was very impressed. Bourbon has always been my go to, but this rye has taken first place for my palate.

Arthur, Jul 3, 2020

I prefer aged whiskeys so I found this one too simplified...a bit more bite than I care for and just OK. Complexity just not there for me.

Richard, Jul 2, 2020

Really smooth and lice the Carmel. Making me a Rye fan for sure

Austin, Jun 29, 2020

Very smooth, almost sweet tasting. The caramel notes really came through, and i really love the spiceness.

Jarvis, Jun 29, 2020

A unique rye that’s delicious and complex. Totally took my be surprise!

Dwight, Jun 26, 2020

Very smooth and palatable. The Spicy and Caramel notes are noticeable/present. Recommend drinking with whiskey rocks and not ice so as not to miss the more subtle notes. Nice color, too. Would definitely order/drink again.

Tristan, Jun 23, 2020

Very Smooth

Ryan, Jun 22, 2020

Very smooth, with a little spice. Really nice.

Justin, Jun 20, 2020

I’m a big fan of rye whiskey. Frankly, it’s my favorite of the family. This whiskey was dangerously smooth with sweet, fruity notes. I think that’s a thing? I don’t really care I guess, I really love rye whiskey and this one was great!

Kevin, Jun 19, 2020

Fine....flavor seemed to be a little flat

Jennifer, Jun 18, 2020

Smooth straight or on the rocks , which really opened it up

TOM, Jun 18, 2020

Quite nice. Smooth finish and seemed to have a little bit of a cheery tone. Not as spicy as I expected based on other reviews.

Doug, Jun 17, 2020

Smooth and spicy. Love it!

Gregory, Jun 14, 2020

Love every sip. Powerful flavor with honey notes and a soft, smooth mouth feel. Hard to believe it's 41.5%

Sooraj, Jun 10, 2020

This rye reduction goes great in the homemade BBQ sauces. The spicy notes in this drink is quite prominent and a small gulp warms you right away. I can see this a good sipper during late fall or early winter. I had this neat and probably won't do that again because of high spice notes.

Steve, Jun 10, 2020

reminds me of Jack

Ryan, Jun 10, 2020

A whiskey with a nice clean flavor with some spice to it.

Jackson, Jun 9, 2020

Warm, smooth with great balance of sweetness and spice. Great neat or in a Manhattan.

Alec, Jun 8, 2020

Nice spicy sipping rye.

Denise, Jun 4, 2020

I really liked the flavor of this Rye. It was very smooth which made it easy to drink alone, or in my old fashion

Michael, Jun 4, 2020

Clean tasty Rye. Some spicy notes. Good value. Drinking with just a splash of water.

Jaime, Jun 4, 2020

Definitely one of the best ryes I've ever had. Smooth and tasty.

David, Jun 3, 2020

A bit bland

ROBERT, Jun 1, 2020

A little spicy, but had a pleasant taste overall. Enjoyed poured over 1 large ice cube.

Nicholas, May 30, 2020

The nose has lots of vanilla with a hint of spice. Slight edge on the tongue but strong undercurrents of apricot and vanilla. Not over-powering. Overall very easy to drink and enjoyable.

Stephen, May 29, 2020

Very smooth....great neat or with cocktails.

David, May 28, 2020

I really liked it - very flavorful and smooth!

Brian, May 27, 2020

I really liked it. It was very smooth and easy to drink.

Jeffrey, May 26, 2020

It’s ok but not something I would buy on my own. Mellow taste, but not overly flavorful.

Dan, May 26, 2020

This is smooth and a nice whiskey, but it is missing the spice and finish of a more traditional rye. Seemed to lend to sweetness, more like a bourbon.

Michael, May 25, 2020

Very drinkable. Would buy again.

Wendy, May 24, 2020

My new favorite. Smooth and lovely.

Charles, May 22, 2020

Easy and approachable rye.

Michael, May 21, 2020

Smooth? Yes. Decent flavor? Yes. Will it knock your socks off? Definitely not. ...middle of the road rye.

Ryan, May 18, 2020

Sweeter than anticipated which was a surprise to be sure, but a welcomed one. That rating was for both my Star Wars and whiskey enthusiasts.

James, May 14, 2020

If all Rey whiskey is as harsh as this one, then you can count me out on future tastings. It was better after being allowed to breathe, but water was still needed in order to cut the bite. Not for me.

Stephen, May 13, 2020

Really enjoyable sipping whiskey.

Andy, May 12, 2020

Tasty rye. Smooth, not too sweet. With ice, more flavors presented themselves. I’ll buy it again. The bottle itself is a near shape too👍🏻

Michael, May 11, 2020

I don’t care for rye bread but wanted to try. Not for me. Light rye taste on the palette. Added water made pretty good but I really hate rye.

Jim, May 10, 2020

Excellent flavor!

Cory, May 9, 2020

This Whiskey is fantastic. A wonderful first choice for the club membership. Had to stop myself before i finished it all in one evening.

Alison, May 9, 2020

I purchased this as a show of support for small distilleries, and I was pleasantly rewarded! This is easy and satisfying to sip, with a smooth texture and layered taste. Perfect for a warm weather rye-on-the-rocks kind of day.

Jay, May 9, 2020

a bit too medicine like for my taste. Didn't enjoy it as much as I do my go to Knob creek. I usually drink old fashioneds. Perhaps neat or with ice I'd like it more but...

Patrick, May 8, 2020

Neat the flavors are quite mellow. With a couple of ice cubes, the flavors open up and have more depth. Slightly smokey, but more sweet and notes of vanilla and brown sugar.

Joshua, May 8, 2020

Really enjoyed this. Smooth and easy to grink.

James, May 6, 2020

A little smoky. Smooth.

Jeffrey, May 6, 2020

Good sipping whiskey. Pleasant neat.

Stephen, May 4, 2020

Very smooth.. one of the best Brandys I’ve had

Ryan, May 11, 2020

I don't think that this bottle is a Brandy, it tends to lean more towards the Rye whiskey style.

Ronald, May 2, 2020

It is a good rye for someone like me who generally don’t like ryes

Joe, Apr 30, 2020

I really was surprised how good this was, especially for the price. I will keep this one on hand as my go to.

Gideon, Apr 30, 2020

Very smooth great sipping whiskey not harsh no afterburn highly recommend will buy again

Larry, Apr 29, 2020

I thought it was a decent tasting Rye. It has a strong rye flavor, for me it was slightly sweet with a spicy warm finish.

Alanna, Apr 29, 2020

Nothing mind blowing, but decent spice and easy drinking both neat and in an old fashioned. I'd buy it again.

Jeremy, Apr 28, 2020

Great for a Manhattan! Really enjoyed it.

Mark, Apr 27, 2020

Makes a nice old fashioned, sweet and smooth.

Michael, Apr 26, 2020

Just not my style.

Michael, Apr 22, 2020

Smooth, mild rye. Good for sipping.

Geoff, Apr 22, 2020

Fairly smooth, flavorful Rye. A hint of sweetness to it makes it a pleasurable sipping Rye. Not a top-end Rye, but a solid everyday beverage.

Robert, Apr 21, 2020

VERY smooth. A great sipping drink when enjoying a cigar with friends

John, Apr 18, 2020

A good flavored Rye. Easy to drink alone or blended.

Kevin, Apr 17, 2020

Just wait for it!

TIM, Apr 9, 2020

Surprisingly delicious! Spicy and just slightly sweet. Excellent straight and it makes a killer Manhattan or old fashioned.

Stephen, Apr 9, 2020

Nice smooth on the rocks rye.

Guy, Apr 7, 2020

It was OK! Probably just not my taste was all. Nothing wrong with it I just don't drink much RYE!

Brad, Apr 6, 2020

I was really good! Very smooth with very little burnt oak. The Rye has always been my favorite

Michael, Apr 6, 2020

Just got this as my first bottle with Flaviar and I’m very pleased. Excellent, smooth drink. Looking forward to finishing this bottle!

Kenneth, Apr 5, 2020

Very smooth, but with a strong cherry/tobacco flavor. Very good rye.

Joshua, Apr 4, 2020

Not the biggest fan. Isn’t bad but just wasn’t great

Tina, Apr 4, 2020

very nice

Brad, Apr 1, 2020

Very smooth, don't love Rye Whiskeys but this one is quite pleasant.

Jeffrey, Mar 30, 2020

Smooth and flavorful.

Arthur, Mar 28, 2020

Good and smooth. Has a very distinct aftertaste

Kevin, Mar 26, 2020

Very smooth for a rye, a touch of sweet on the tongue, with the burn on the way down.

BRYAN, Mar 26, 2020

I'm new to Rye whisky so this is my first, I think it's delicious regardless that I haven't had any other Rye to compare it to. I think it is very smooth with a little spice to it.

guest, Mar 18, 2020

Musty finish

JAMES, Mar 18, 2020

Wonderful aroma and taste. Shared it with family who were very impressed!

ALEXANDER, Mar 14, 2020

Never really tried a good Rye, this is a nice sipper with a moderate spice. Enjoying it so far.

Brian, Mar 12, 2020

Very good for a standard rye whisky. Very smooth and drinkable. No ice or water needed. Neat all the way.

Shawn, Mar 8, 2020

A beautiful aroma and very smooth with just enough sweetness. A very drinkable rye

Gage, Mar 5, 2020

Solid rye

Edward, Mar 3, 2020

It was nice for the money, but not as smoothe as my Basil Hayden dark Rye or Angels Envy Rye.

Andrea, Mar 2, 2020

Very smooth, I really enjoyed for being a Vodka girl.

Walter, Mar 2, 2020

For a rye, which I normally don't go out of my way to drink, this is rye is really good. Super smooth and a nice immediate flavor you can enjoy. As a traditional straight bourbon drinker, I believe this rye is up there as a contender to some of my all time favorite whiskeys.

Jeff, Mar 1, 2020

WOW, hard to put these flavors anx enjoyments in words. Great on the rocks dressed as an old Fashion or just a splash of water

Burton, Feb 27, 2020

Decent whiskey. A good rye for those new to this spirit. It gives you hints of the unique spice of rye without overpowering the palate. Get it. Your guests will like it.

Allan, Feb 21, 2020

I like this and I am usually a scotch drinker and with some friends bourbon. It comes across to me as light and fruity, my first taste of rye.

Michael, Feb 17, 2020

My wife, daughter and I tasted this versus Sazerac, our house rye. We felt this one was good, but still like Sazerac a little better. Have nt tried it that way yet but expect it to make a mean Old Fashioned.

Joshua, Feb 16, 2020

Strong on the palate with heat and oak. Mellows into a even finish with hints of vanilla. A good sipping whiskey.

john, Feb 15, 2020

Must be neat, water/ice destroys the wonderful taste

Joe, Feb 12, 2020

What a surprise on this Whiskey. Did not expect it to be that good honestly. I mean a Maryland (no offense) take on a Bourbon?? This is a great Rye whiskey, and can be drank either on a block/sphere or used to make a great cocktail.

Gregory, Feb 10, 2020

Mixes wonderfully in cola and has a caramel coffee taste in the right ratio, def recommend for someone with a mellow sweet tooth

Matthew, Feb 8, 2020

Fantastic!

Adam, Feb 7, 2020

One of my favorite rye whiskeys. Very smooth yet complex to the end. This one I will be buying again soon. It has a permanent spot in my home bar.

John, Feb 7, 2020

Smooth, balanced and very drinkable. An excellent sipping rye

Jeff, Feb 6, 2020

Smooth nose with a hint of fruitiness on the back end.

Stephen, Feb 3, 2020

Normally not a rye drinker but this was really smooth. No bite. Not spicy at all; rather, a Full bodied drink with oak and vanilla scents. My go to is normally scotch. But this will definitely become a staple in my home bar.

JOSEPH, Feb 2, 2020

Not normally a rye drinker thought it was smooth and had a nice finish .

Daniel, Feb 1, 2020

Pleasant and balanced Rye. Enjoyable finish.

William, Jan 30, 2020

Smooth and perfect for a Manhattan!

David, Jan 30, 2020

My favorite straight rye whiskey so far.

Casey, Jan 29, 2020

Not usually a big fan of rye, but this is smooth. There is no after bite. The smell of the cork does not disappoint or mislead the taste.

John, Jan 25, 2020

Very good with a cigar. Complements the tobacco with a spicy flavor. Very good and has a great finish. Before Flaviar, I never considered this as a whiskey I would keep in my bar, but now it will become a staple.

Anthony, Jan 24, 2020

Smooth and sophisticated. Definitely a change of pace from standard rye fare, but in a great way. Could be a bit of an acquired taste, but a taste worth acquiring.

Michael, Jan 23, 2020

Tasty and smooth

eric, Jan 21, 2020

Smooth for a rye

Michael, Jan 19, 2020

Smooth and mildly spicy

Mike, Jan 18, 2020

Sweet forward, low proof, low aroma, earthy-dry aftertaste. Easy to drink one.

Hansen, Jan 17, 2020

definitely solid and one of few best.

Joel, Jan 11, 2020

This Rye tastes wonderful. Drink it straight up or on the rocks. You can’t loose either way.

Richard, Jan 11, 2020

Solid. Amazed the non whiskey drinkers at the holiday party. Will definitely be buying another bottle for myself.

James, Jan 10, 2020

Fabulous, live it, just what I had hoped. I will buy more!

maria, Jan 9, 2020

Very good! Will definitely buy this again.

Mike, Jan 9, 2020

This is full bodied rye. It’s got an good nose and finishes well without a lot of the rye burn.

Andrew, Jan 3, 2020

Very good. Smooth. Spicy finish.

Joel, Dec 25, 2019

Woody taste.

William, Dec 22, 2019

Smooth rye

Robert, Dec 10, 2019

I'm not much for Rye, but this one is smooth and enjoyable. The hint of Jasmine was a nice change and very noticeable on the front, with the spice coming in on the finish. I'll likely keep this one rotating on the shelf. Cool bottle too.

Jasson, Dec 7, 2019

Not a huge rye fan, normally a scotch drinker, but this is very, very good. Smooth, sweet attack with a mild palette, and a subtle rye finish. I am likely to order another bottle of this after receiving it as a freebie from a referral. Good stuff. 8/10

Sadie, Dec 1, 2019

If you’re a fan of rye you’ll enjoy this one. All the flavor from a rye you’d want with a good finish and not too much going on. Easy drinker with minimal bite

James, Nov 26, 2019

Amazingly smooth for a rye. Great flavor. Unfortunately I finish this bottle with friends in one sitting so I will definitely be purchasing another.

Jitendra, Nov 21, 2019

Just usual... no complexity

Robert, Nov 16, 2019

I like this rye. Had nice oak and caramel notes straight out of the bottle. I found it really smoothed out and opened up well with one ice cube... I even noticed some fruitiness once it opened up. Nice rye.

Gene, Nov 12, 2019

Nice , a friendly rye with taste and character. Very drinkable a tad sweet but A great sip. I will keep this one in “the rotation “

Benjamin, Nov 3, 2019

a sweet rye, or - spicy bourbon? Sagamore splits the hair to perfection.

Albert, Oct 29, 2019

No matter what...can't help but enjoy this surprising sipper.

Michael, Aug 14, 2019

Great Rye from the charm city.

Dmitriy, Jun 19, 2019

Pretty good sipping rye

Kat, Feb 15, 2019

Nice finish, smooth sipper

John, Jan 26, 2019

Very balanced. Easy to drink. Just the right amount of spice I was looking for. Minimal burn.

Darren, Jan 20, 2019

Smooth for a rye whiskey

Jessica, Jan 16, 2019

Smooth & comfortable. Not overpowering. Enjoyed it.

Matthew, Jan 8, 2019

Way too hot, destroyed my taste buds for the night and was not particularly satisfying. Best used in a cocktail.

Denise, Dec 30, 2018

I loved the rich smooth play of the flavors and has been a great way to start my life with Whisky 🥃! Thanks

J, Dec 30, 2018

Light and sweet; most favorable of 3 ryes tried this evening.

Keith, Dec 27, 2018

Nice.

Elizabeth, Dec 25, 2018

I gave this as a gift and it was a hit. Yes, of course it was shared. We both like whisky and this was a pleasure to drink.

Daniel, Dec 22, 2018

This was my first real adventure into rye whiskey... I was expecting it to be harsher and “spicier” than it was. I was pleasantly surprised that it was sweet and smooth and every other thing you want a nice whiskey to be.

Matthew, Dec 20, 2018

Mixed with Coke and was surprised how well it blended.

Marisol, Dec 20, 2018

The Rye went down smoothly with a sweet smell of vanilla.

James, Dec 18, 2018

Overall decent, but nothing jumped out. Very smooth, but didn't really have any prominent taste.

Aaron, Dec 15, 2018

Very nice!

Cheryl, Dec 6, 2018

Sharp, warm finish, good oak balance, soft enough of a cherry finish that you don’t even think about it until later. Well charred and very light tannin accents.

Scott, Dec 3, 2018

A lot smoother than I expected. Rye's usually punch me in the face. This one still brought some burn, but offered a lot of back end flavor.

James, Nov 25, 2018

I like the bite of pepper at the beginning. Very tasty finish.

Evan, Nov 25, 2018

Light golden color, I taste a lot of spice, some caramel and vanilla . I'm a bourbon drinker, but good enough to spur my curiosity with ryes.

Aaron, Nov 22, 2018

New to Rye. Nice smooth vanilla whiskey.

Daniel, Nov 21, 2018

Nice flavor. Pretty strong

Jesse, Nov 17, 2018

Pretty good, tastes a little spicy in a good way. Not very sweet. A classic rye.

Matt, Nov 17, 2018

Much more flavor and complexity compared with other rye whiskeys. A nice addition

Joseph, Nov 12, 2018

Truly surprised with the great flavor and quality. Highly recommend for those who have never tried rye.

Leanna, Nov 7, 2018

Delicious! It has the spiciness that I expect from a rye, but much smoother than I'm used to. Could easily be a sipping whiskey

Todd, Nov 1, 2018

Nice rye alternative.

Tim, Oct 29, 2018

Great taste. Very smooth. One of my new go to bourbons.

Andrew, Oct 23, 2018

It was a nice change up!

Michelle, Oct 21, 2018

I find this easy-sipping. Not as full-flavored as some other rye’s i have tried. Not sure that this is one i would keep around all the time. BUT, it is easy to drink and good intro to rye.

Amanda, Oct 11, 2018

Spicy on the front a bit of a harsh finish but a did Rye overall

Kihm, Oct 11, 2018

Lovely, mild, not overwhelming, but very tasty and clean.

Michael, Oct 8, 2018

The nose on this rye is absolutely incredible (vanilla, spice, and, yes, jasmine). The taste is not quite as sweet as I expected given the nose, but wonderful nonetheless and quite well-balanced. I got this as a welcome bottle when I signed up (I might not otherwise have tried it)...but I will definitely have this again. I also love the bottle design and shape. I can't wait to try more from Sagamore Spirit.

Tom, Oct 5, 2018

Another MGP product, but pleasant enough. Not a lot of complexity, a bit sweet for a rye, but totally quaffable.

Jeanne, Oct 3, 2018

Tastes a little thin to me. Prefer the cask strength. Good for mixed drinks.

Bradley, Sep 29, 2018

I'm just now getting into rye. I'm more of a bourbon guy, but I really like this. Very Sweet taste with a light spice undertone. I'm also not a pro Whiskey taster.

Timothy, Aug 17, 2018

Tasty Rye, easy drinking with a great sweetness without losing the true Rye quality. Great for Manhattans.

Roger, Jul 30, 2018

A very good drinking rye whiskey . Light on the rye with little to no burn. Its not going to knock your socks off, but I don’t it was made for that. Its just an inexpensive enjoyable daily drink.