FEW Straight Rye is a grain-to-glass rye whiskey mashed, fermented, distilled, aged and bottled in Evanston, Illinois, from 70% rye, 20% corn and 10% malted barley, bottled at 93 proof (46.5% ABV).
Born of hearty grain and patience, FEW Rye marries a generous rye content with the sweetness of corn for a genteel interpretation of the venerable spirit. The grains are sourced from within 100 miles of the distillery, and the mash is fermented with a wine yeast from France's Loire Valley that brings fruity esters. It is patiently aged in air-dried oak barrels for a spicy character the distillery calls the renaissance of rye.
A soft but dominant rye leads a complex nose of caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon and wood, with pear and peach. The palate starts with buttery rye, raw grains, cinnamon, light orchard fruit and honey, finishing crisp with rye and fruit.
The blue fountain label makes it a handsome gift.
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.
Rye whiskey must be made from at least 51% rye.
A 70% rye mash gives bold, spicy character.
Serve it neat in a Glencairn glass.
A splash of water opens up the fruit.
Pour it over a large ice cube for slow sipping.
It makes a lively Manhattan.
It is a great gift for fans of craft rye.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Rye, caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, pear.
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Palate: Buttery rye, cinnamon, orchard fruit, honey.
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Finish: Crisp rye and fruit.
Specifications
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Distillery: FEW Spirits, Evanston, Illinois
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Style: Straight rye whiskey
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Mash Bill: 70% rye, 20% corn, 10% malted barley
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Casks: Air-dried oak
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Proof / ABV: 93 proof (46.5% ABV)
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Region: Illinois, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat with a few drops of water, or stir a Manhattan, Sazerac or Rye Old Fashioned. It pairs with peach cobbler, charcuterie or spiced nuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mash bill?
70% rye, 20% corn and 10% malted barley.
What makes it fruity?
A Loire Valley wine yeast used in fermentation.
Where is it made?
Grain to glass in Evanston, Illinois.
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