Pursuit United Rye landed on my desk at 54% ABV, carrying a $65 I do love a rich looking spirit, and this rye delivers with a pleasing old gold and copper honey price tag. Here is what I found.
Nose
I do love a rich looking spirit, and this rye delivers with a pleasing old gold and copper honey hue. Held up to the light and viewed through my NEAT glass, its color holds its own. A pleasant but still robust nose that reminds me of a spicier bourbon, with rich caramel, a freshly sliced green apple, and subtle hints of the rye cereal grain.
Palate
The initial mouthfeel is smooth with a light brown sugary, mellow introduction that is quickly followed by a wash of delightfully bright warmth owing to the 108 proof. Mid palate I definitely taste the rye spice and light oak, followed by black tea. The finish is medium-long, with the rye holding up throughout. Count me a fan. In fact, for a few of my more casual sipper friends who tend to steer away from ryes (God knows why), this just might be the rye that wins them over as long as they are OK with a higher proof. This release was only 2,076 bottles, and only available in stores in CO, GA, IL, KY, and TX, and online at Seelbachs.com. If you missed the opportunity to pick up a bottle, Pursuit Spirits will continue to bottle the rye as a yearly, limited release.
Finish
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
Pursuit United Rye delivers the goods. It is well-made, genuinely enjoyable, and at $65 I do love a rich looking spirit, and this rye delivers with a pleasing old gold and copper honey represents solid value for what you are getting. I would happily buy this again.
