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Rye Whiskey · Vermont, USA

WhistlePig 10

Farm-to-bottle rye. The rye whiskey to beat.

ABV50%
Age10 Year
Price$80–100
Rating4.5 ★

Distillery

WhistlePig

Tasting notes

Nose
Rye spice, caramel, vanilla, mint
Palate
Bold with rye, caramel, vanilla, oak, and a touch of mint
Finish
Long, warming, with lingering sweet rye

Flavor profile

rye spicecaramelvanillaoakmint

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks
  • sazerac

Food pairings

  • grilled steak
  • dark chocolate
  • smoked brisket
  • carrot cake

Price tier

Splurge territory. $100+. Buy when you want something truly memorable.

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