This rye is a single-barrel selection from Willetts own estate collection, aged precisely 10 years. Drawing from a mash bill of approximately 74% rye, 11% corn, and 15% malted barley, the whiskey is bottled at barrel strength 103.6 proofshowcasing the raw character of a decades maturation in charred American oak. Each barrel (#1515 in this case) offers a unique tasting experience reflective of both the age and cask profile.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Refined caramel, dried orchard fruits, black pepper, leather, and toasted oak Palate: Rich rye spice with notes of dark cherry, figs, wintergreen, spice cake, and a hint of tobacco Finish: Dry, bold, and lingeringpeppery rye warmth with oak tannins and nutmeg
What Makes It Special
Single-barrel bottling (#1515) ensuring unique character
Aged a full decade for deeply developed flavor
Cask strength at 103.6 proof preserves the whiskeys full intensity
Mash bill (74/11/15) delivers bold rye spice balanced by sweetness
Part of Willetts prestigious Family Estate line, a collector favorite
How to Enjoy
Serve neat or with a drop of water in a Glencairn glass to reveal layers of spice and oak. It also makes an impressive rye-forward cocktail, such as a robust Manhattan or Old Fashioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whats the proof and ABV? Bottled at 103.6 proof (51.8% ABV).
Is this from a single barrel? Yeseach bottle comes from barrel #1515.
How long is it aged? Matured for 10 years in charred oak.
What is the mash bill? Approximately 74% rye, 11% corn, and 15% malted barley.
Is it limited release? Yesonly a small number of bottles available from this barrel.
Should I add water? A few drops can help open up the flavor without diluting complexity.