Old Overholt Bottled In Bond Straight Rye Whiskey (1L)
SKU #1388322
93 points
Whisky Advocate
This veteran rye never managed to ascend from the bottom shelf. Perhaps a new generation of enthusiasts couldn't get behind the staid name, or found the price too low to believe. But having persevered for over two centuries, Old Overholt's time has come. This new version (indicated by its red cap) eliminates chill-filtering, resulting in greater flavor and depth. Aromas of Christmas spice cake, cinnamon, apple, and toasted grain lead to a mouthful of berry fruit, with seductive allspice, cacao, and walnut notes. What's old is new again! (JL, Winter-2020)
93 points
Wine Enthusiast
Look for mellow vanilla scented with a hint of red fruit. The palate is light and toasty, channeling oatmeal cookie, toasted bread, vanilla wafers. The finish is long and relatively fiery, adding a malty note and flicker of lemon peel. *Best Buy* (KN)
(3/2022)
K&L Notes
Finally, this great old rye brand is back to its original strength. The famous Old Overholt name has been in existence since 1810. Founded by Henry Overholt, it was his son Abraham who built grand reputation of the Overholt name. Abraham's face adorns the bottle to this day. Rye whiskey reigned supreme in pre-prohibition America and Overholt was always considered one of the best. It was thanks to one of its shareholders and eventual owners, Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon that the distillery was able to acquire a license to continue selling whiskey during the dark days. Not even long slow decline of American rye whiskey stopped the brand, which was eventually sold to Jim Beam in 1987. Production was moved from West Overton, Pennsylvania to Frankfort, KY and slowly the brand transitioned away from the 100 proof BIB designation. Modern Overholt is a two year old 80 proof product, a shadow over what it once was, but a solid work horse, no doubt. The renewed demand for rye and a consistent interest in high proof spirits has encourage Beam to reaffirm Old Overholt's age-old commitment to quality. The result is an exceptionally well-priced revision of an old classic, Bonded as it ought to be. Modern Overholt has always been a value play, and the quality increase has pushed it to the top of the pile on those terms. It'll be hard to find a better rye for your dollar. Full of spice, mint and malt, but smooth, rich and easy to love. Perfect for a Manhattan. A modern classic.
