There is a lot to like about Angel’s Envy Ice Cider Finish on paper. At 107 proof and $250, but bottles currently selling for over $650, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Nose
Deep, clear amber color with a nice, moderate density.
Palate
Caramel apple with hints of wood and spice. If someone complained to me that the caramel-apple impression this gives throughout amounts to a one-note pour, I guess Id understand their point. But Id also pity their joylessness. The cider cask finish compliments classic rye notes nearly perfectly, with the spice of the rye serving mostly to accent the sweet apple and caramel flavors that dominate the palate. The straightforwardness of the ryes personality is not a lack of complexity, as there are plenty of subtleties to savor. rnrnI hope that the folks at Angels Envy are as pleased as I am with the results of this creative experiment because Id love to try more bottles with a similar finish. Limited quantities (only 6,000 bottles) will drive up the price on available bottles, but it is seriously delicious.
Finish
107 proof. Aged 7 years, finished for 1. MSRP $250, but bottles currently selling for over $650. Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Angel’s Envy Ice Cider Finish is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it at $250, but bottles currently selling for over $650, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
