History,
Since his retirement from the job of Master Distiller at Four Roses Distillery after 49 years, Jim has certainly not slowed down. From doing contract distilling, to relaunching long-forgotten brands, to consulting with new projects that earned him the title of ‘Liquid Advisor’ with Blue Run. All of this well-earned merit is leading up to being a partner in his own distillery, the J.W. Rutledge Distillery.
Tasting Notes,
Nose: At a medium approach, the whiskey presents light cinnamon spice and a honeysuckle sweetness. A second nosing reveals the impression of marzipan and praline.
Palate: : The first sip offers a mild astringency indicative of a rye, but it also coats and engages the whole palate. The second sip is very reminiscent of almond, praline, and cashew, with a noticeable zip of cinnamon. Then we have a long , slightly sweet finish.
Since his retirement from the job of Master Distiller at Four Roses Distillery after 49 years, Jim has certainly not slowed down. From doing contract distilling, to relaunching long-forgotten brands, to consulting with new projects that earned him the title of ‘Liquid Advisor’ with Blue Run. All of this well-earned merit is leading up to being a partner in his own distillery, the J.W. Rutledge Distillery.
Tasting Notes,
Nose: At a medium approach, the whiskey presents light cinnamon spice and a honeysuckle sweetness. A second nosing reveals the impression of marzipan and praline.
Palate: : The first sip offers a mild astringency indicative of a rye, but it also coats and engages the whole palate. The second sip is very reminiscent of almond, praline, and cashew, with a noticeable zip of cinnamon. Then we have a long , slightly sweet finish.
