Originally Posted by
Duke787
Had Templeton Rye at the JFK AC a couple days ago.
Absolutely horrid - way too sweet and fake tasting. The only saving grace was that it was free via an AA drink chit.
Templeton lost all my respect with their marketing spin (pre-Prohibition and a favorite of Al Capone, ha) when it's actually just a blend of MGP spirits.
Not that all ryes made with MGP makes bad stuff. Some ryes made with their spirits are quite good, like High West, but the hypocrisy of some of these marketing departments is a bit much to swallow.
That said, I still think the best value among ryes is Rittenhouse. Maybe a little hot for sipping but a splash of water tempers it a bit.