Rye

Bardstown Bourbon Company continues to push
boundaries through innovation, exploring new
flavor in each collaborative release. This partnership
with Amrut Whisky, trailblazers of authentic Indian
malt whisky, showcases imagination, creativity, and
the power of global connection. 

• Distilled: Canada 
• Aged In: Vermont (WhistlePig)
• Bottled In: Vermont (WhistlePig)
• Age: 10 Years
• More Info: Single Barrel, No Coloring, No Filtering, No Additives, Barrel Strength
• Mashbill: 100 Rye
• ABV: 56.05% ABV 
• Labeling: r/Bourbon Single Barrel Program Labeling
• T8ke's Tasting Notes:Warm pancakes and honey on the nose, syrupy and tobacco driven with lovely cinnamon, caramels, brown sugar and savory spices. It reminds me of our Pancake Breakfast release from way back in 2021 and it is lovely. Palate is rich and creamy, maple, blackberry, spicy rye, sweet cream and a hint of peaches, pancake syrup, and savory oak. Long finish, beautifully balanced at one of the higher proof releases I've had recently. 

Toasted Rye
Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

In this expression, we imbue our award-winning Straight Rye Whiskey with even more flavor. Once fully matured, we finish Toasted Rye in a second, custom-toasted new oak barrel; adding a balanced layer of sweet oak complexity.

One of Master Distiller Jimmy Russell's masterpiece. Slight sweetness up front with a touch of butterscotch and vanilla. Finishes with a very smooth essence of oak. Very well balanced.

Woodinville 100% Rye Aged 8 Years. This is truly handcrafted whiskey. Planted in the Fall, rye grain lies dormant all winter long under a blanket of snow. When growth resumes, during the scorching summer months on the Omlin family farm in Quincy, Washington, the crop is hand irrigated. Nearly a full year after planting, at harvest, Arnie and son Joel work long hours gathering the grain, which is then trucked across the mountains to Woodinville for milling, mashing and distillation. After distillation, the whiskey is transported back to barrelhouses in Quincy, where it rests in custom-specified, long-seasoned, toasted and charred American Oak barrels.

“None of this is efficient, but it’s 100% worth it,” say Woodinville co-founder Orlin Sorensen. “We are laser-focused on quality, and if it takes an extra step or two on the journey, we’ll absolutely forge that path. We’re here to make the best craft whiskey in America, and we’re excited to share this Woodinville 100% Rye Aged 8 Years.”

Woodinville 100% Rye Aged 8 Years Tasting Notes: Dark molasses, clove and brown sugar on the nose, followed by cinnamon, vanilla, dark honey and touch of dried cranberry on the palate. It offers a long warm peppery finish with a dry oaky grip in your mouth.

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15 STARS First West Rye celebrates the history of distilling excellence in America’s First West. In 1795, the 15 star flag recognized Kentucky as the 15th US state and the first state West of the Appalachians. At the time, Kentucky was surrounded by two US territories, making up the region commonly known as America’s First West. The three straight rye whiskeys used to create this blend were aged 8, 7, and 6 years and distilled in KY, IN, and TN as a tribute to the First West.

105 Proof (ABV 52.5%)

Nose: Sweet fruit aromas of ripe pear, golden raisin, orange peel, and honey emerge boldly, balanced by a spice blend including cinnamon and nutmeg.

Palate: The candied fruit notes from the nose remain and are joined by herbal spice and almond to form a round and full palate.

Finish: The sip comes to an end with pleasant flavors of kumquat, almond, and lasting toasted oak

• Distilled: Vermont USA (WhistlePig)
• Aged In: Vermont USA (WhistlePig)
• Bottled In: Vermont USA (WhistlePig)
• Age: 6 Years
• More Info: Single Barrel, No Coloring, No Filtering, No Additives, Barrel Proof
• Mashbill: 100% Rye
• ABV: 54.5% ABV 
• Labeling: r/Bourbon Single Barrel Program Labeling
• T8ke's Tasting Notes: The quintessential rye king, these Piggyback barrels that are Vermont distilled are awesome crosses of quality and value - tons of big, bold, woody maple, herbal rye spice, toffee and black pepper that screams rye. At 6 years old and barrel strength, there's a rich palate, plenty of oak but without covering up sweet maple, peppy rye spice and an herbal note. Long finish, jammin' and lovely. 

Continuing the tradition of cross-category innovation, High West Distillery is partnering with Casa Noble Tequila on the release of The Noble Share, a blend of straight rye whiskeys finished in Marques de Casa Noble extra añejo barrels.  High West, the Park City-based distillery, is known for its meticulously sourced and thoughtfully blended whiskeys. Casa Noble is a fine tequila built on seven generations of mastery using innovative methods that honor modern Mexican culture. This collaboration is something that will appeal to both whiskey and tequila connoisseurs. The dichotomy of the brands and their respective regions is reflected on the label, mirroring one another yet displaying their vastly different geographies. This is an exciting collaboration for the Spirits community and High West is honored to blend its’ whiskey traditions with Casa Noble’s heritage and offer this new expression to consumers.

This rye is a tribute to Booker Noe, the legend who served as longtime master distiller for the Beam brands and founded their Small Batch Bourbon Collection (including Booker’s Bourbon and Knob Creek). Put in the barrel back in 2003, the new Booker’s rye was among the “last barrels laid down” by Booker Noe in the final years of his life. Amazingly, Booker’s has never released a rye in all those subsequent years.

Kentucky Owl 11 Year Straight Rye Whiskey - Batch 1

This special and inaugural marriage of Laws San Luis Valley Rye is comprised of just nine barrels ranging in age from five to ten years old and barreled at full proof, the same proof the spirit went into the barrel for aging. These nine barrels consist of two rye mash bills: one being 95% heirloom San Luis Valley Rye and 5% heirloom barley, and the other is 100% heirloom San Luis Valley Rye. In this marriage, every barrel contributes toward creating a harmony of flavor with the younger barrels bringing brighter grain and fruit notes complemented by the older barrels’ richer character and flavors.

TASTING NOTES:
Cinnamon pastry, green melon, mango, papaya and sweet tobacco leaf with a briny earthy and bright lingering finish.

MASH BILL:
A marriage of 95% heirloom San Luis Valley Rye and 5% heirloom barley barrels, and 100% heirloom San Luis Valley Rye barrels

AGED: 5- 10 years

ALC/VOL: 57.5%

BOTTLE SIZE: 750ml

Golden brown color. To the nose, ripe fruit mingled with light toasted oak notes. On the palate, delicate notes of vanilla and caramel on entry giving way to rich peppery spice. Pleasant lingering finish.

Inspired by private single barrels offered in 1964 by former Old Forester president George Garvin Brown II, this modern offering is specifically selected from matured barrels with exquisite quality and distinct characteristics.  

“President’s Choice has always been an incredibly rare and cherished bottle, and most consumers have never seen it, let alone tasted the whisky,” Master Taster Melissa Rift said.  “We are honored to bring it to a wider audience.”

“Every barrel selected for President’s Choice tells a story,” Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo said.

“These are the barrels that showcase an extraordinary depth of character. Whether it’s the bourbon or our new rye, each bottle represents the pinnacle of Old Forester’s craftsmanship.”

Each President’s Choice barrel is aged between 7 - 9 years, and bottled at proof points selected by Caleb and Melissa highlighting their unique flavor profile, traditionally ranging from 110 to 125 proof. Every bottle reflects the highest standards of selection, with only the finest barrels deemed worthy of carrying the President’s Choice name.