Templeton Rye Signature Reserve 4 Year Old

70cl / 40% Vol

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Templeton Rye Signature Reserve 4 Year Old

When prohibition outlawed the manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages in 1920, many enterprising residents of a small town in Iowa chose to become outlaws-producing a high caliber and much sought after whiskey known as Templeton Rye. These bootleggers and their famous whiskey quickly brought notoriety to the tiny town of Templeton with a population of just 362. Distilled from a mash bill of 95% Rye and 5% Malted barley it is matured to perfection in new flame charred American oak barrels for a minimum of 4 years. Templeton Rye Signature Reserve delivers a whiskey bursting with flavour, spice and complexity that is a salute to Templeton, Iowa - a small town with a strong spirit.

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Templeton Rye Signature Reserve 4 Year Old

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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green

Nose Rich, oaky aromas and grassy cereal notes.

Palate Exceptionally smooth with rich butterscotch, toffee and spiced vanilla and pepper.

Finish Wonderful balance, long finish fading into spiced oak and ginger.

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Distillery MGP Indiana

Fluid 70cl

Alcohol % 40%

Serving Suggestion

Serving Suggestion Excellent on its own or with an ice cube and a little water. Perfect companion for classic American Cocktails such as a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier or a Sazerac.

Awards and/or Press Quotes

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 - Gold Medal, 2019 - Gold Medal

Awards and/or Press Quotes Rye whiskey of the Year- Jim Murray Whiskey Bible Ian Buxtons- “101 whiskies to try before you die”

FAQs

How much is a barrel of Canadian whiskey?

A barrel of Canadian whiskey varies significantly by age, distillery, and whether it is purchased at fill, mid maturation, or near maturity. Entry level casks from commercial Canadian producers can start from the equivalent of approximately €3,500 to €5,000 at fill, though prices fluctuate with exchange rates. Aged expressions from premium distilleries, including Alberta Distillers or Forty Creek, command considerably more. The Canadian whisky market does not carry the same cask investment premiums as aged Irish or Scotch due to differences in scarcity and global demand.

How much is mature Canadian whiskey worth?

The value of mature Canadian whiskey depends on age, distillery provenance, and the secondary market at the time of sale. Canadian whisky does not command the same investment premiums as aged Irish single pot still or Scotch single malt, due to the relatively higher availability of mature stock and lower collector demand globally. However, rare expressions from closed or limited production Canadian distilleries have appreciated meaningfully, particularly at specialist auction.

Is Canadian whiskey good?

Yes, and it is seriously undervalued relative to its quality. Canadian whisky regulations permit blending of base grain and flavouring whiskies, which gives master blenders significant latitude to create layered, complex expressions. Crown Royal XR, Forty Creek, Alberta Premium Cask Strength, and Whistle Pig, which is sourced from Alberta, consistently outperform expectations. The category suffers from perception rather than quality problems.

Is Canadian whiskey rye?

Not legally, though the association persists. Canadian whisky was historically made with a significant rye component, which gave the category its characteristic spicy, dry character and led to the informal term Canadian rye. Modern Canadian whisky regulations do not require a minimum rye content. Some expressions, including Alberta Premium and Whistle Pig, are made from a high rye or 100% rye mash bill, but the majority of Canadian blended whisky contains more corn or other grains than rye.

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