The Trot Line

  • Home
  • Around Me
    • Around the South
      • Alabama
      • Florida
      • Georgia
      • North Carolina
      • South Carolina
      • Tennessee
      • Virginia
    • Out West
      • Colorado
    • Up North
      • New York
  • Food & Drink
    • Food
    • Beer
    • Bourbon
    • Cocktails
    • Rum
    • Wine
  • Looks & Gear
    • Apparel
    • Field Gear
    • Design
    • Arts
  • Outdoor Life
    • Camping
    • Hunting
  • Travel
    • Visit Colorado
  • Editorials
  • Submit Your Post

Rough Rider Double Casked Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

March 24, 2017 By Kevin Ekmark

Rough Rider Whiskey Review

Welcome to New York

I know, I know. New York is nowhere near the South, but let’s just use this post to introduce the expansion of The Trot Line. Over the past few months, I’ve had a few amazing whiskeys from across the States. When my go to W.L. Weller is sold out (Weller crisis?), a bottle from somewhere other than Kentucky or Tennessee can quickly catch my eye and water my tastebuds.

This weekend, a bottle of Rough Rider Double Casked Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Batch 11), by Long Island Spirits, caught my attention. While visiting NYC and East Hampton last summer, I noticed that there were some interesting whiskeys and wines (grab a great Rosé for the summer here) being produced and this Rough Rider fits the bill.

TRENDING: Discover the Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards This Month


The Rough Rider Straight Bourbon Whiskey is first distilled and aged in new charred American oak barrels. Pretty standard, right? Then the “double cask” is introduced with casks formerly filled with Merlot and Chardonnay wines from local Long Island wineries. This is where things should get interesting. Here’s what I thought about this Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Baiting Hollow, NY.

Whiskey Appearance

I’ve read of other batches being light, but Batch #11 is a thick caramel and slightly gold color once poured into a glass. It’s even darker in the bottle.

Sip Your Whiskey from the Coolest Glasses

What Do My Nostrils Say?

Judging the appearance, I was expecting a strong sweet smell. The nose was more similar to teriyaki beef jerky, which is actually pleasant.

Rough Rider Straight Bourbon Whiskey Taste

Caramel hits first, followed by an unexpected mariabelle plum. After learning more about their aging process, the mariabelle plum flavor made more sense, as they use aged Brandy to the wine casks before pouring in the Bourbon.

TRENDING: Discover the Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards This Month

Final Verdict

At $30-$35 a bottle, I’d say it’s a keeper. Grab a bottle, enjoy a few pours, and keep it in your cabinet for when you’re looking for something just a little different.

Filed Under: Bourbon, New York, Up North Tagged With: Whiskey

About Kevin Ekmark

Kevin Ekmark is an Atlanta native. After a 3 year adventure in Colorado, he now calls Raleigh, NC home. Kevin loves peanut butter, bourbon, travel, football season, and rare meat.

Join the Newsletter

5 of the Best Beaches in the Southeast

The Southeast region of the United States is home to some of the country's most stunning and diverse beaches. … [Keep Reading...]

Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon Whiskey

If I'm being honest, Woodford Reserve isn't my go-to bourbon. I feel like I'm paying more for the marketing of … [Keep Reading...]

On Trees

We didn't know it when we left Georgia, but we would really miss seeing trees, kudzu, and the color green. … [Keep Reading...]

Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  • Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon Whiskey
  • DEFIANT, American Single Malt Whisky from North Carolina
  • 5 Books for Every Whiskey Lover

Important Info

  • Contact Us
  • Who We Are
  • Submit Your Post
  • Privacy Policy

Around Me

  • Around the South
  • Out West
  • Up North

Booze

Beer
Bourbon
Cocktails

Get Social

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Copyright © 2023 The Trot Line by Elevation Marketing, Inc


IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES: This website may receive compensation from advertisers when website visitors view or click on ads or promoted product links. Please review our Privacy Policy for more information about what we track, how we track, and how to opt-out.