By Douglas Fraser
Rating: B+
(Credit: Malty Verse)
Malty Verse is a comics-oriented, storytelling whiskey company that sells single casks as part of their “Malty Verse in the year 2100.” The goal is to tell a story with premium single casks through a new adventure with every bottling. They are committed to delivering unparalleled whiskey with incredible depth and character. The Malty Verse is a dynamic comic universe that has a story told through whiskey.
This offering is named for the character Kentucky Wrecker, who is armed with a morning star headed by a barrel with spikes driven through it.
The Bourbon
Malty Verse Wreck in Kentucky is a 6 year old bourbon. The mash bill is 75% Corn, 21% Rye, and 4% Malted Barley, with the whiskey coming from Green River Distillery. The bourbon drinks like a 6 year old lacking refinement but stands out as a young bourbon full of flavor. Enough so, that your taste buds are taken for a wild ride. This enjoyable dram is bottled at 48% ABV/96Proof that does not disappoint.
Color: Dark Gold
On the nose is an aroma of nuttiness. Once you break through, the whiskey opens to notes of sweet corn, cinnamon, banana bread, oak, and gentle baking spices. The palate drastically changes course with a very spicy mouth feel. This is accompanied by notes of more corn sweetness, rye spice, cinnamon oak, and of course cracked pepper. The finish is long and lingers on the palate with notes of oak and continued spice.
The Price
Malty Verse Wreck in Kentucky can be found for $99.
