Founded in 2008, WhistlePig has become the top Rye Whiskey producer globally. Situated on a 500-acre farm in Vermont, they experiment with blending and refining to create a diverse range of Rye Whiskeys. In 2017, they won Best In Show Whiskey at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Founded by Dave Pickerell, WhistlePig explores ancient techniques like malting rye for unique flavors. Their latest release, an 18-year-aged expression, showcases a distinctive mash bill and is hand-bottled at the farm. Each bottle features a bespoke Vermont glass stopper crafted on a historic pressing machine.

In the early 1800’s, New York produced more than half the young nation’s Barley and Rye and the Hudson Valley was the country’s breadbasket. With abundant high quality grain, local craft spirits flourished and over 1000 farm distilleries produced Whiskey and Gin reflecting the unique terroir of the region. In the 1930’s, Prohibition forced these distilleries to shut their doors and this wellspring of American spirits was left dry.

Hillrock Estate Distillery is changing this. Our mission is to produce the finest hand-crafted spirits made with our own grain, floor malted, craft distilled in our copper pot still, aged in fine oak and hand bottled at our estate in the Hudson Valley Highlands. Crowned by a fine 1806 Georgian house built by a successful grain merchant and Revolutionary War Captain and meticulously restored to its original beauty, Hillrock Distillery overlooks our rolling barley fields and the distant Berkshire Mountains. Like our premier spirits, every detail refined, no expense spared, quality steeped in the tradition of 200 years of rich history.

Hillrock is proud to be one of the few “field-to-glass” whiskey producers in the world and the first USA distillery since before Prohibition to floor malt and hand craft whiskey on site from estate grown grain. Hillrock’s commitment to quality embodies the rich history of artisanal distilling in the Hudson Valley. By controlling every aspect of production from planting & harvesting heirloom grains, to smoking our malt, to crafting whiskies in our copper pot still, to aging in small oak barrels and hand bottling, we are able to create the highest quality whiskies reflecting the unique local terroir.

THE ART OF FINE CRAFT DISTILLING HAS MADE THE JOURNEY HOME…

Maker Notes

When we first discovered this barrel, we were immediately captivated by its balanced and dynamic flavor. The natural sweetness of the corn bourbon mash has pulled the best characteristics from the expertly charred new American oak. Rich and nutty toffee with smooth caramel has imbued this spirit with a robust maturity. The rye-heavy mashbill adds a magnificent contrast, exposing drinkers to a concert of flavors that seamlessly dance between sweet, savory, and spicy. The end result is an unquestionably bright spirit—something we more typically associate with a young barrel—but in an unmistakably mature presentation. The depth and complexity of this barrel truly needs to be tasted to be appreciated. 

We have one of these barrels to share with the world, and each bottle is poured from the one barrel, persevering all the uniqueness present in the cask. Bottles will be available for a limited time only. 

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We're waving the checkered flag on another legendary whiskey, taking PiggyBack Rye to race-worthy g-force levels once again. The Limited Edition PiggyBack Rye is back with a bold new twist.

Selected by the Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber, this high Rye Whiskey is aged in New American Oak and expertly finished in OΛTH Gin barrels. Crafted by F1 legend #77 Valtteri Bottas, OΛTH Gin is a unique craft sipping gin vacuum distilled with oats and apple peels, sourced from Bottas' homeland of Finland.

Bottled at a race-ready 100.77 proof—a tribute to Bottas' iconic racing number 77—this whiskey delivers a perfectly balanced blend of speed and flavor. With each sip, you'll experience the crisp, fresh apple flavors and delicate pine undertones, transporting you to the high-octane world of Formula 1.

Much like the precision and passion of Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber, this whiskey is a testament to the pursuit of excellence. Whether you're a die-hard F1 fan or a whiskey aficionado, the PiggyBack Rye: 2024 Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber Single Barrel is your ticket to savoring the thrill of the race, one glass at a time.

TASTING NOTES

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At Amador Whiskey Company, we partner with the finest distillers to create small batch, luxury whiskies. Amador Double Barrel is a rye whiskey aged in new charred American oak barrels for 3 years, which creates flavors of baking spices, blackberry, and chocolate. It is then finished in former French/American barrels for 9–12 months, which provides additional vanilla notes and a velvety mouthfeel. The “Double Barrel” aging technique creates characteristics from the individual barrels that are then blended together to make an exceptional tasting Whiskey, far greater than the sum of its parts.

Product Feature

• Sourced from the pedigreed Willett family distillery in Bardstown, KY
• Mashbill consists of 74% rye, 11% corn, 15% barley
• Aged in new charred American Oak barrels for 3 years
• Finished in Amador County Terra d’Oro Port barrels for 9 to 12 months
• Bottled at 92 proof
• Pairs perfectly in a Waldorf cocktail, Vieux Carre, or Sazerac

Tasting Notes

Deep copper brown color with red hue from Port wine barrels. Classic rye spice with aromas and flavors of gingerbread, cookie dough, toffee, and hints of vanilla and honey. Full bodied and decadent.

Named after the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac Cocktail, this uncut and unfiltered Straight Rye Whiskey is bottled directly from the barrel, just as it was over a century ago. Full of rich flavors, this authentic American rye whiskey is a symbol of the timeless history of New Orleans and the legacy of Thomas H. Handy.

TASTING NOTES

Powerful, lush, and boldly spicy. Flavors of toffee, fig cake, and candied fruit, followed by mint, cinnamon and clove. The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg. Long and warm.

Rye whiskies present considerably more diversity in flavor compared to Bourbons, and our Hogback Rye Whiskey is no exception. Lighter than some rye, our 95% rye is complex and enticing.

Nose: Floral and soft. Grassy and sweet, with plenty of green apple and some oak.

Palate: Green apple hard candies are most prevalent, with some tart cherry and flowery sweetness.

Finish: Lingering sweet orange spice. 

Warming and deeply satisfying neat or as the base for a cocktail.

Distilled and Barreled in May 1999 | Cold Weather Matured | A Robust Cut Selected by Master Distillers | 100 Percent Rye Grain Mashbill Double | Distilled in Copper Pots

AGED IN NEW CHARRED AMERICAN OAK BARRELS

NOSE: WARM SPICED DATE CAKE, TREACLE TOFFEE, ORANGE PEEL, BAKING SPICES

PALATE: FULL BODIED WITH LUXURIOUS VISCOSITY, TREACLE, CARAMEL, COCONUT, COCOA, CINNAMON, ANISE

FINISH: LONG VOLUPTUOUS FINISH, LEATHER, OAK, SLIGHTLY SMOKY, RYE SPICE DRY DOWN

AWARDS: Lock Stock & Barrel 21 YR Straight Rye Whiskey Winner “Best of Class” Rye Whiskey 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

The Beverly High Rye is a uniquely fine American whiskey, masterfully crafted using hand selected Straight Ryes and Straight Bourbons from Iowa and Indiana. Each batch is perfected at Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher, Iowa.

Offering flavors of extravagant spices paired with a rich mouthfeel and a silky-smooth finish, The Beverly High Rye is best enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in a signature cocktail for an exceptional sipping experience.

One of our oldest whiskeys ever bottled is also the first WhistlePig product finished in Vermont Estate Oak. Harvested right off our farm the wood has more rings than the standard American oak used in whiskey barrels. That gives it more opportunity to impart deeper flavors during maturation. Hitting the bottle at 92-proof, the liquid is assertive and wise beyond its 15 year age statement. And it boasts a score of 97 points from Wine Enthusiast. So we’re clearly not the only ones enamored by this pure expression of Green Mountain goodness.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Deep and rich, dominated by caramel, vanilla, and oak with hints of allspice and burnt orange

Palate: Warm, rich, and slightly creamy. Loads of butterscotch and baking spice with leather and a hint of tobacco

Finish: Ultra long and rich, warm, and inviting

James, our President and Founder, is at it again and has sourced some amazing barrels of 100% Canadian Rye. Barrel #4985 met his exacting standard and promises to be a special pour.
At 132.2 proof this barrel drinks below it alcohol content while providing a hybrid profile – the spicy notes you would expert from a cold weather rye coupled with vanilla cream, light citrus, and an amazingly long finish.

AN OUTLET FOR INNOVATION, OUR ANNUAL RELEASE OF TEMPLETON OLOROSO CASK FINISH IS ALWAYS A UNIQUE TWIST ON WHAT RYE CAN BE.

TRADITIONAL TEMPLETON 6 YEAR RYE WITH AN ADDITIONAL 9 MONTHS IN OLOROSO SHERRY CASKS

TASTING NOTES

AROMA: Aromas of crème caramel, candied orange peels, figs and sultanas mingle with delicate notes of nutty Oloroso Sherry

TASTE: Rich, oily mouthfeel with tropical fruit and exotic spices complimented spectacularly by milk chocolate and walnuts

BODY: Bold oak with burnt sugar sweetness    

FINISH: Long, creamy and beautifully balanced with the ex-sherry influence working in harmony with black pepper and sumptuous warmth. A powerful expression

Pairs spectacularly with mature gouda cheese and aged gruyere complimenting the complexity and nuttiness between the whiskey and cheese. Chorizo will also make an impressive companion.

For nearly 220 years, the Tuthilltown Gristmill located off Albany Post Road in Gardiner, New York used waterpower to mill local grains into flour. In 2001, Ralph Erenzo acquired the property and, together with a partner, converted one of the mill's granaries into a distillery. At the time, Erenzo had little experience distilling spirits. After purchasing a furnace from eBay and a German pot still without instructions, he distilled his first batch of vodka using apple scraps from a nearby orchard in the Hudson Valley. Following the distillation of apples, Erenzo began experimenting with the distillation of whiskey. "Our first aged spirit was an experiment that turned out quite well indeed," he says. "And since we are a small batch shop, we can change direction overnight. We also realized early that whiskey was coming back, in particular the interest in straightforward aged spirits; people are just tired of the same old thing. And we copied no one." Hudson Maple Cask Rye Whiskey is a limited-edition rye whiskey distilled from locally-sourced New York rye. Once the grains have been harvested, they are milled and mashed at the distillery before being twice distilled through a copper pot-still. Following distillation, the rye is aged in charred American oak casks for under four years. The walls of the warehouse in which the casks are laid to rest are lined with heaters that are powered by water from the distillery's stills. As a result, when the stills are running, the warehouse becomes incredibly warm, causing the oak casks to expand and interact with the whiskey. Each night, when the stills are dormant and the temperature cooler, bass speakers, which have been placed throughout the warehouse, play very deep bass music. The bass vibrates the barrels, agitating the whiskey and creating micro-expansions and contractions in the barrels themselves. This sonic aging process unique in the industry adds to the interaction of the wood and whiskey and results in a more robust flavor profile. After its initial beauty rest in American oak casks, the rye whiskey is double-barreled, or finished, in maple syrup-cured whiskey barrels from a local Hudson Valley partner. This finishing process contributes rounded notes of maple syrup to the whiskey, and complements its notes of black tea, vanilla, rye toast and vanilla cream. "We're not making whiskey the 'traditional' way, as defined for 80 years by the big whiskey producers," says Erenzo. "We are making it the way their grandfathers made it. We do all the work, hands-on, from scratch. All of our product is hand-made."

In the 18th century, John Shenk, a Swiss Mennonite farmer, settled in Pennsylvania's Blue Mountain Valley. He worked tirelessly and harvested more grains than he could sell locally. Shenk decided to distill the excess grains into whiskey, establishing Michter's, the first distilling company in the United States. Prohibition in 1919 led to the closure of Michter's and other distilleries. In the early 1990s, Joseph J. Magliocco and Richard Newman revived the brand, focusing on creating exceptional whiskey. Michter's US*1 Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey is crafted from plump rye grains, fermented, distilled, and aged in charred American oak barrels. The heat-cycled warehousing process enhances the mingling of whiskey and wood, resulting in marmalade and light caramel notes.

Michter's Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is the limited, overproof version of their Single Barrel Rye, with a bold aroma of butterscotch, golden raisins, and vanilla. The palate offers flavors of morning toast, maple syrup, and fresh fruit, followed by a spicy finish with hints of mint, cinnamon, and honey.

As the name suggests, this Rye Whiskey is bottled at cask strength, meaning it is not diluted before bottling, offering an intense and robust flavor profile. The higher alcohol content enhances the whiskey's depth and complexity, providing an authentic and unfiltered taste experience.

The mash bill used in creating this whiskey is carefully curated to emphasize the spiciness and boldness of rye grains, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts who appreciate a more pronounced rye-forward taste. Each sip reveals a symphony of flavors, including warm cinnamon, cloves, and a touch of peppery notes that linger on the palate, making it a truly memorable sipping experience.

The aging process is a crucial element in the development of Nashville Barrel Company Seven Eleven Cask Strength Rye Whiskey. It spends years maturing in charred oak barrels, where it acquires a distinct smoothness and gains complexity as it absorbs flavors from the wood. The result is a well-balanced whiskey with hints of caramel, vanilla, and subtle oak undertones, adding depth to the spiciness of the rye.

Packaged in a thoughtfully designed bottle, the presentation exudes elegance and sophistication, reflecting the craftsmanship that goes into every aspect of this whiskey's production. The label proudly showcases the Nashville Barrel Company's logo, symbolizing the commitment to quality and tradition.

Whether savored neat, on the rocks, or as a base for craft cocktails, the Nashville Barrel Company Seven Eleven Cask Strength Rye Whiskey promises to elevate any drinking experience with its bold flavors and memorable taste. Whiskey aficionados and connoisseurs alike will find this expression a true gem in their collection, and a testament to the timeless art of whiskey-making that thrives in the heart of Nashville.

Lonely Oak Distillery was born out of a dream and a promise. A dream to make small-batch craft spirits using grains grown right here, in western Iowa, on the Hoffmann family farm. It's on this generous land that we planted the seeds, harvested the grains, and perfected the recipes for the Heartland's finest spirits. That's our dream.

WE’VE SELECTED THE FINEST BARRELS OF OUR SWEET MASH RYE AND FINISHED THE WHISKEY IN PEDRO XIMENEZ SHERRY CASKS IMPORTED FROM SPAIN. THIS UNIQUE EXPRESSION IS RICH IN FLAVOR WITH SUBTLE COMPLEXITY-DARK FRUITS, RYE SPICE, CHOCOLATE, VANILLA AND DEMERARA SUGAR. ENJOY!

Old Overholt 4 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey is a classic American rye whiskey with a rich heritage dating back to 1810. Known for its smooth character and distinctive spiciness, this whiskey is crafted from a blend of quality grains and aged for four years in new charred oak barrels.

The result is a well-rounded flavor profile featuring notes of cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of pepper, making it versatile for sipping neat or mixing in cocktails. Its approachable nature and robust taste make it a favorite among both novice drinkers and seasoned whiskey enthusiasts. Available through Royal Batch, Old Overholt embodies the timeless tradition of rye whiskey, offering an authentic taste of American craftsmanship.

Color: Dark Honey
Aroma: Light spices and pepper mixed with a slight fruitiness and hints of vanilla
Tasting Notes: Full body with balance of spice and deep, dark fruits
Finish: Full-bodied, balanced and very flavorful

Distilled from a traditional rye mash bill consisting of 51% rye and 49% corn. A high percentage of corn adds a nice rich sweetness that balances out the flavor notes of Rye’s big black pepper and cinnamon spice. Creating a flavor profile that starts off creamy, rich with fruit and candy flavor notes that has a big, bold, complex spicy finish that lingers for an eternity.

Maker Notes

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Aged to perfection, Blacktooh 7 Year American Rye Whiskey is a testament to premium craftsmanship and the robust spirit of American whiskey. Its smooth, complex flavor profile is designed to captivate and satisfy connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike.