Aged Comté or Gruyère mirrors its nutty depth

and toasted almond up front

but they diverge in production: Fortaleza uses a tahona stone mill and brick ovens in the Tequila Valley lowlands

For drinkers who want a 100% agave reposado that punches well above its weight class

Finger Lakes Mckenzie Rye 750ML grape-brandy Aged Comté or Gruyère mirrorsFinger Lakes McKenzie Rye 750ML is a craft American rye whiskey from New York's Finger Lakes region, bottled at 45. 5% ABV (91 proof) in a 750ml bottle. Winner of the 2012 Good Food Award for Spirits, this expression earned a 4. 5 out of 5 from The Whiskey Wash and stands out for its sherry barrel finishinga nod to the region's deep winemaking roots. Quick Facts: ABV: 45. 5% (91 Proof) Origin: Finger Lakes, New York, USA Rye Whiskey Distillery: Finger