{"product_id":"lonely-oak-steeple-ridge-sweet-mash-rye-straight-rye-whiskey-750ml","title":"Lonely Oak Steeple Ridge Sweet Mash Rye Straight Rye Whiskey 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eSteeple 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLonely 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn old-fashioned rye, it is bold yet balanced, with layered rye spice and natural sweetness from the corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe green Steeple Ridge label makes it a great gift for rye fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight rye must age at least two years in new charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRye whiskey must be made from at least 51% rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it neat in a Glencairn glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA splash of water opens up the spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt makes a classic Manhattan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a great gift for fans of farm-to-glass craft whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold yet balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered rye spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural corn sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lonely Oak Distillery, western Iowa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight rye, sweet mash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60% AC Hazlett rye, 40% Wapsie Valley corn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92 proof (46% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iowa, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is sweet mash?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach batch uses fresh yeast and grain instead of a sour mash backset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere are the grains grown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the Hoffmann family farm in western Iowa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the mash bill?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e60% rye and 40% corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rye\"\u003eRye collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lonely Oak Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023591928117,"sku":"VWS200430611","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-23574.webp?v=1793662610","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/lonely-oak-steeple-ridge-sweet-mash-rye-straight-rye-whiskey-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}