Hughes Brothers "Belle of Bedford" Barrel Proof Toasted 7-Year Rye Whiskey

Company: Hughes Brothers Distillers Distiller: Lawrenceburg, IN Finish: Toasted Medium+ American Oak Proof: 114.54 proof; Cask Strength Age: 7-Years old Mashbill: 95/5 rye/malted barley Tasting Notes: Nougat and butter cream mix with a balance of rye spice and oak. Lots of black pepper, toffee and roasted almonds. About: Great whisky requires a good flavor profile and a captivating story. However, the true history of whiskey in America is often overlooked. While Kentucky is famous for Bourbon, the origin of American whiskey is actually Pennsylvania, where rye whiskey was first produced by Eastern European settlers in the 17th century. The Hughes family, from Bedford County, Pennsylvania, has a long history intertwined with whiskey production. Bedford County played a significant role in the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794, when farmers and distillers protested a federal whiskey tax. This event tested the authority of the young U.S. government. The Hughes family, known for their farming and mi