RNDC (Young’s Market)® WhistlePig Old World Rye 12 Years Old Rye Whiskey – 6043209302175

Notes from the Maker:
This 86-proof 12 year-old Rye Whiskey is a marriage of whiskeys aged in New American Oak and ingeniously finished in Port (7%,) French Sauternes (30%,) and Madeira casks (63%). We’ve taken the elements that are most quintessential in an American rye- boldness and character-and fused them with the elegance and grace of an 18 year old Scotch.

Nose: Caramel, vanilla, and winter fruit
Palate: Rye spice, apricots, plums, raisins, dates, and honey
Finish: Dark chocolate, winter fruit, caramel, and vanilla

Awards/Reviews

Double Gold – SF World Spirits Competition 2021

“Caramel, vanilla and winter fruit aromas on the nose. Notes of rye spice, apricots, plums, raisins, dates and honey on the palate.”

Gold – Intl Spirits Challenge 2021

Gold – Whiskies of the World 2021

“This rye flaunts some obvious age through the wood and varnish notes on its nose; earthy and lean, with ample oak, like opening an old wooden dresser drawer to find a spent sachet hinting of dried flowers and cardamom. The palate offers gentle sweetness, nougat-like, but is driven mostly by toasted pecan and walnuts, with dark chocolate-covered almonds on the finish.” – Whisky Advocate