Hudson Maple Cask Rye

Rye whiskey aged in casks used to age maple syrup. As penetrating an aroma as maple is it’s very subtle here. The nose is rye whiskey—spicy oily bitter/minty—with just the barest hint of maple. The maple peeps up mid-palate for a sweet turn and lingers into the finish. I need to be convinced of the attraction; the maple and rye jar a bit when jammed together. And the price—$82 for 750 ml—seems crazy. Price is per 375 ml.