Whistlepig 10 Year Small Batch Rye Whiskey

Beverage Type: Rye Whiskey
Bottle Size: 750ml
Proof: 100 Proof (50% ABV)
Country: United States
Region: Vermont
Producer: WhistlePig
Distillery: WhistlePig Farm Distillery, Shoreham, VT
Mash Bill: 100% Rye
Aging: Aged a minimum of 10 years in American oak barrels; finished in a combination of new American oak and ex-bourbon barrels
Filtration: Non-chill filtered

Tasting Note:
WhistlePig 10 Year Small Batch is a benchmark straight rye—bold, structured, and unmistakably rye-forward. The nose opens with cracked black pepper, orange peel, and baking spice, followed by notes of vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and assertive, delivering classic rye spice layered with dark honey, cinnamon, and a touch of dried mint. The extended aging brings polish and depth, while the finish is long, dry, and warming with lingering spice, citrus oil, and oak. Powerful yet refined, this is rye whiskey with serious backbone.

About the Producer:
WhistlePig helped redefine American rye whiskey by focusing on high-age, high-proof, and rye-forward expressions at a time when the category was largely overlooked. Based on a historic farm in Shoreham, Vermont, WhistlePig emphasizes transparency, bold flavor, and long aging. The 10 Year Small Batch is the cornerstone of the lineup—showcasing the depth, spice, and structure that have made WhistlePig a modern reference point for rye whiskey.