Thomas Handy Sazerac Rye 112.6 proof 2023

Palate: My first taste of this is like diving headfirst into a cornucopia of fruit. Zesty navel orange is most dominant, but well-supported by other cast members like cherry, plum, pear, white grape, and a juicy burst of grapefruit. Another sip is just as delicious as the first, as a squirt of lemon juice and vintage fresca soothes the senses in the same way that a loving parent ensures everything is taken care of when you're home sick as a child. My goodness, this is a creamy, dreamy delight. I love the balance between the sweet, spice, and cream layers here. It reminds me a bit of a bougie egg salad sandwich in that regard. Yum! Each sip only builds the intensity of flavor expressed without ever delivering a hot or off note. My last taste as the glass reaches empty produces raspberry, lemon yogurt, and thin mint candy. The mouth coating is thick, creamy, and sweet, reminiscent of a frozen Charleston chew melting in your mouth. It lingers just long enough to be truly satisfied and finishes with a slow curtain call fade to black as a standing ovation roars through the performance hall.