The Carlton Straight Rye is a straigtforward Rye, with a mashbill including just a bit of malted barley. It is relatively young, aged only 2 years in charred American oak. The short time in the barrel and in the temperate climate of Portland means it doesn’t have an overpowering wood flavor, but is rather silky and and a bit spicey. The nose is floral and perfumed; the palate peppery – with different peppers – and a bit of citrus. Pepper on the finish as well. A delicious young Rye.