We recently sat down with Art of Alchemy Co-Founder Mac Macsovits for Episode 222. If you missed the episode, be sure to catch up on this new and exciting brand by streaming the episode. During Episode 222 we were able to taste Blend No. 1 and since that recording, we’ve also had the opportunity to taste the second release, Art of Alchemy Blend No. 2. Both blends are still available for purchase so check out our review on the latest release.
Just the Facts: Art of Alchemy Blend No. 2
- Proof: 110
- Style: Blend of Straight Whiskeys – 65% Rye, 35% Bourbon
- Blend Composition:
- 4 Year Rye Whiskey (KY)
- 80% Rye | 12% Corn | 8% Barley
- 23 barrels [Jim Rutledge, Master Distiller]
- 9 Year Bourbon Whiskey (GA)
- 80% Corn | 10% Rye | 5% Wheat | 5% Barley
- 9 barrels
- 10 Year Bourbon Whiskey (TN)
- 84% Corn | 8% Rye | 8% Barley
- 4 barrels
- 4 Year Rye Whiskey (KY)
- Price: $89.99
- Available at Seelbach’s.com.
Scott’s Tasting Notes: Art of Alchemy Blend No. 2
Nose: lavender, smokey, roasted nuts, woodiness, and savory herbal notes.
Palate: the whiskey travels nicely across your palate; spice up front, but with lingering rich sweetness. Nuttiness, toasted coconut, and almond.
Finish: sweet heat that lingers and leaves you with a dark chocolate drying effect.
Closing Thoughts
Art of Alchemy is a fun brand that is leveraging some unique stocks of whiskey to create balanced whiskeys that should have broad appeal. Art of Alchemy Blend No. 2 is no exception and is a unique blend of bourbon and rye that should appeal to the spice-seeking bourbon drinker. Going back to this one in a nearly empty glass had me thinking I had just enjoyed a candy bar with caramel, nuts, and coconut flakes. The aromas were very familiar and definitely enjoyable. We appreciate Art of Alchemy for joining us for a podcast and for providing us samples of their whiskies for review.
Editor’s Note: The whiskey featured in this review was provided to Bourbon Lens as a review sample by the brand. We appreciate the opportunity to taste this whiskey with no strings attached.
