Zach's Rye Picks

The One and Only New Orleans Original. Sazerac Rye Whiskey symbolizes the tradition and history of New Orleans. Rye Whiskey that dates back to the 1800’s, around the time when saloons, veiled as Coffee Houses, began lining the streets of New Orleans. It was at the Sazerac Coffee House on Royal Street where local patrons were served toddies made with Rye Whiskey and Peychaud’s Bitters. The libation became known as the “Sazerac” and America’s first branded cocktail was born. This is the whiskey that started it all.

Description

Angel’s Envy was founded in 2010 by master distiller Lincoln Henderson, creator of such brands as Woodford Reserve and Gentleman Jack during his time at Brown-Forman. Since his passing in 2013, his son Wes Henderson has been at the helm with his son Kyle working right alongside him. Following the success of its port barrel finished bourbon, the brand released a rye whiskey. This rum finished whiskey spends up to 18 months in Caribbean rum casks. It is bottled at 50% ABV.

Double Rye! is a blend of two different rye whiskeys. It is also crafted to be twice as spicy (think cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves) as your average rye whiskey. We recommend trying a Double Rye!® Manhattan or Old Fashioned - it’s also absolutely superb for sipping alone or sharing with other cowboys and good-looking strangers.

Nose: Mint, clove, cinnamon, licorice root, pine nuts, and dark chocolate, with a surprising dose of gin botanicals throughout

Taste: Rye spices up front, then menthol, mint, eucalyptus, herbal tea with wildflower honey and all spice

Finish: Cinnamon and mint, gradually sweetening through the finish, with a hint of anise

Bulleit Rye is an award-winning, straight rye whiskey with a character of unparalleled spice and complexity. Released in 2011, it continues to enjoy recognition as one of the highest quality ryes available.

BULLEIT RYE TASTING NOTES

Russet in color, with rich oaky aromas. The taste is exceptionally smooth, with hints of vanilla, honey, and spice. Finish is crisp and clean, with long, lingering flavors.

90 proof (45% ABV) • 95% rye, 5% malted barley

BULLEIT RYE AWARDS

San Francisco World Spirits Competition

2013, 2011: Double Gold Medal

2015, 2014, 2012: Gold Medal

Beverage Testing Institute

2012: Gold Medal, Exceptional

Ultimate Spirits Challenge

2014: 95, Chairman’s Trophy, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

2013, 2012: 91, Finalist, Excellent, Highly Recommended

Spirit Journal

2011: 4 Stars, Highly Recommended

Description

Our 100% Rye Mashbill began with Elbon Rye from Northwest Texas accompanied by crystal, chocolate and roasted rye. Driven by constant curiosity, we distilled our Rye in our copper pot stills, bringing new subtlety and perspective to our approach.

Flavor Profile

Creamy buttery toffee, building to peppery spice notes with hints of coffee and nuts

Description

George Dickel Rye is distilled at the MGP distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. It's produced with a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley before it is aged for 5 years in new, charred American oak. It is finished with the signature Dickel sugar-maple charcoal filtration and bottled at 90 proof.