On the shelf at Great American Craft SpiritsOpen and pouring · Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
- Proof
- 90
- Age
- Not stated
- Style
- RyeStraight Rye Whiskey
- Street price
- $29.95
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“Tim Smith 90-proof Southern Reserve rye — Appalachian brand spice”
Tasting notes
- nose
- soft rye spice, caramel, and oak with a hint of herbal sweetness
- palate
- approachable rye spice and caramel — built for easy sipping and classic cocktails under the Tim Smith label
- finish
- short-to-medium spice and oak
Mash bill
Full grain split not published.
Over 51% rye with malted barley (per Tim Smith interviews); exact % not fully published on label. Appalachian brand rye spice thesis.
- Cask
- American oak
- Best served
- cocktail
Why it's craft
Virginia brand extension from Tim Smith's Climax line — craft-adjacent storytelling rye at bar-friendly proof.
Climax Moonshine / Tim Smith
Independent
Sources: thebourbonroad.com, finewinehouse.com