Bushwood Stillwater Perennial Cask 9 Year is a single barrel straight rye whiskey, an age-statement step up from the brand's 6-year Stillwater flagship, bottled at 119.16 proof (59.58% ABV).
Stillwater is built on Bushwood's signature low-rye recipe, a rare mash bill of 51% rye, 45% corn and 4% malted barley that combines the complexity of rye with the smoothness of bourbon. Nine years in the barrel and the higher proof give a more concentrated, mature expression of that profile.
The extra years add depth and oak to the balance of rye spice and corn sweetness.
A single barrel at full strength, it makes a fine gift for rye enthusiasts.
Sip it neat, then add a few drops of water.
American rye whiskey is made from a mash of at least 51% rye and aged in new charred oak, giving it a spicier, drier character than bourbon, with notes of pepper, herbs and baking spice.
Most American rye whiskeys fall into two camps: high-rye recipes with 90% or more rye, which are bold and peppery, and low-rye or barely legal recipes at around 51% rye, which keep more of the corn's sweetness. Low-rye whiskeys sit closer to bourbon, making them an easy bridge between the two styles.
Single barrel releases come from one barrel only, bottled at the strength they came out of the cask, so each barrel has its own character.
At nearly 120 proof, a few drops of water open up the aromas and soften the heat, letting the sweetness and spice come forward.
Tasting Notes
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Mash: Low-rye: 51% rye, 45% corn, 4% malted barley.
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Age: 9 years.
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Strength: 119.16 proof.
Specifications
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Producer: Bushwood
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Style: Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey
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Age: 9 years
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Mash Bill: 51% rye, 45% corn, 4% malted barley
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Proof / ABV: 119.16 proof (59.58% ABV)
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Region: United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a little water. It pairs with rye bread, smoked meats or dark chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is low-rye?
A rye whiskey at the 51% rye minimum, with plenty of corn for smoothness.
How old is it?
9 years.
What proof is it?
119.16 proof.
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