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Rye Whiskey · Kentucky, USA

Pikesville Rye

Heaven Hill's bottled-in-bond rye. Big and refined.

ABV55%
Age6 Year
Price$50–65
Rating4.4 ★

Distillery

Heaven Hill Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Rye, pepper, caramel, oak
Palate
Bold with rye spice, pepper, caramel, vanilla, and oak
Finish
Long, with lingering spice

Flavor profile

ryepeppercarameloakvanilla

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks
  • sazerac

Food pairings

  • grilled lamb
  • smoked brisket
  • dark chocolate
  • strong cheese

Price tier

Special-occasion shelf. $50–100. Reach for celebrations.

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