Abraham Bowman Special Release #26 Rye Whiskey 11 Year Old 110 Proof

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Abraham Bowman Special Release #26 marks an ambitious return to rye whiskey for A. Smith Bowman after 16 years away. Distilled in 2015 and aged for 11 years in the distillery's coolest warehouse, this limited-edition expression is bottled at a robust 110 proof. It represents the distillery's ongoing experimentation with how extended aging and elevated proof shape rye whiskey's character, delivering complexity and balance rather than simply pursuing intensity. On the nose, this rye opens with rich maple syrup and copper notes layered with fresh spring aromatics. The palate unfolds with vanilla, apricot, and bright orange zest, beautifully balanced by subtle earthy undertones. The finish is spice-forward, driven by black pepper with a delicate hint of mint that provides a clean, lingering close. At 110 proof, the whisky achieves remarkable smoothness while maintaining the nuance and intensity that make this expression distinctive.

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