WhistlePig Farm Old World Cask Marriage Finish 12 Year Old Rye Whiskey

'2016 Spirit of the Year,' Robb Report: "The rye revival is transforming what had become a rough-edged swig back into the complex whiskey it once was. And this past year, WhistlePig produced a bottle that soared past the world’s greatest single malts, rums, and bourbons to become Robb Report’s spirit of the year. Heady with sweet stewed fruit and dark chocolate, and tinged with the flavors of raisins and wine-soaked oak, it lingers on the palate long after the last drop and is a testament to the art of the modern American distiller." (Jun 2016)

WHWC Staff Notes: "Earlier this week I had the pleasure of meeting Raj Bhakta, the founder and Chief Steward of WhistlePig Farm, at a private tasting here in Los Angeles. The tasting featured WhistlePig's 10 Year and Old World lines which were all big, bold, and just flat-out amazing. However, the WhistlePig Old World 12 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey Marriage (which is a blend of 63% Madeira, 30% Sauternes, and 7% Port Cask finishes) was the show stopper that had my palate dancing and begging for more. This 12 Year Old Marriage unites the bold attributes of rye whiskey with the grace and elegance of the finest European casks, yielding an ultra-premium straight rye, distinctly American, but harkening to its stately, Old World roots. The Old World 12 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey Marriage is an extravagant blend that explodes with rye spice, dried tropical fruit, apricot undertones, and a quiet sweetness that plays into the spiciness perfectly. This deep, rich, amber-colored beauty also shows back end notes of orange zest, toasty vanilla, and a touch of oak that bring all these lovely flavors together. WhistlePig Farm is taking rye whiskey to the next level, and trust me, you won't want to miss this elevator. You'll definitely want to grab a bottle or two and see what has me so excited!" - Tim Snyder, 3/11/16