Maryland rye is staging a dramatic comeback and the quality from around the state is very high. Here are a few suggestions. Click the link to purchase Cellar Notes recommendations at Kenilworth Wine & Spirits.
The Wines
Price key: $=less than $20 $$= $20-40 $$$=$40-60 $$$$=above $60
Quality key: * = decent spirit ** = very good spirit *** = superb spirit ****= elite
VALUE = exceptional quality for the money
Sagamore Spirit Rye 83 proof ** $$$
A very smooth flavorful rye, ideal for cocktails
Miscellaneous Distillery "Gertrude's Rye" 100 proof **1/2 $$$$
Pungent sour rye aroma, powerful body, very smooth
Springfield Manor Rye Whiskey 80 proof ** 1/2 $$$
A very gentle rye, sweet green apple notes, extra smooth
McClintock "Boot Jack" Rye Whiskey 90 proof *** $$$ VALUE
The best! Endless complexity with smoky, oaky, caramel flavors
All of these ryes can be purchased at Kenilworth Wine and Spirits.
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