Steeple Ridge Sweet Mash Rye is a straight rye whiskey from Lonely Oak Distillery in western Iowa, made from 60% AC Hazlett rye and 40% Wapsie Valley corn grown on the Hoffmann family farm, bottled at 92 proof (46% ABV).
Lonely Oak Distillery was born of a dream and a promise to make small-batch craft spirits from grains grown on the Hoffmann family farm in western Iowa, where they planted the seeds, harvested the grains and perfected their recipes. Steeple Ridge Sweet Mash Rye is distilled with a traditional sweet mash process, using fresh yeast and grain for every batch, which brings out a brighter, more expressive profile, and it matures in the barrel for two years or more. It won Gold at the 2023 Denver International, North American Whiskey and Heartland competitions.
An old-fashioned rye, it is bold yet balanced, with layered rye spice and natural sweetness from the corn.
The green Steeple Ridge label makes it a great gift for rye fans.
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.
Straight rye must age at least two years in new charred oak.
Rye whiskey must be made from at least 51% rye.
Serve it neat in a Glencairn glass.
A splash of water opens up the spice.
It makes a classic Manhattan.
It is a great gift for fans of farm-to-glass craft whiskey.
Tasting Notes
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Character: Bold yet balanced.
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Spice: Layered rye spice.
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Sweetness: Natural corn sweetness.
Specifications
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Distillery: Lonely Oak Distillery, western Iowa
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Style: Straight rye, sweet mash
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Mash Bill: 60% AC Hazlett rye, 40% Wapsie Valley corn
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Age: 2+ years
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Proof / ABV: 92 proof (46% ABV)
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Region: Iowa, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or on the rocks, or stir a Manhattan, Sazerac or Rye Old Fashioned. It pairs with grilled pork chops, sweet corn or apple crisp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sweet mash?
Each batch uses fresh yeast and grain instead of a sour mash backset.
Where are the grains grown?
On the Hoffmann family farm in western Iowa.
What is the mash bill?
60% rye and 40% corn.
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