Description
This Kentucky Straight Rye is an exceptional example of innovative whiskey making, showcasing the full potential of rye grain when paired with specialty wood. It was fully aged in rare Chinquapin Oak, a departure that imbues the high-rye spirit with complex, dessert-like notes of toasted hazelnut and butterscotch alongside the expected savory spice.1 With a robust 63% rye content, this expression is notably spicier and more grain-forward than traditional Kentucky rye, earning it the title of "Best American Rye" at the World Whiskies Awards. This bottle is a must-have for those seeking a rye whiskey that is both familiar in structure and profoundly unique in flavor.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Vibrant rye grain, cracked black pepper, and caraway seed, balanced by rich undertones of toasted hazelnut, butterscotch, and a fresh hint of dill.
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Flavor: Full-bodied and oily, with a crisp entry of rye toast, candied ginger, and fennel, transitioning to a softer mid-palate of honey-glazed cereal and vanilla custard.
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Finish: Long and evolving, starting with a resurgence of vibrant peppered rye spice, then settling into lasting notes of toasted oak tannins, brown sugar, and coffee-bean bitterness.
Details
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Region: Kentucky, USA
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Mash Bill: 63% Rye, 24% Corn, 13% Malted Barley
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Scores: "Best American Rye" - World Whiskies Awards (2025)
