Hanger One "Straight": "Clear as rainwater. Bouquet emits scents of intense grain, licorice, linseed oil and paraffin; a come-hither vodka bouquet that could only be achieved in small batch distilling. Palate entry is piquant, zesty and intensely spirity; by midpalate, sweet and kernel-like flavors of cocoa bean, corn mash and grape pomace make willing prisoners of my taste buds. Finish is medium-long, grainy sweet and slightly grapy. Comes off almost as a cross between grain vodka and grappa." Superb (90-95)/Highly Recommended, Wine Enthusiast Magazine November 2002 |