Old Elk Straight Wheat Whiskey puts soft red winter wheat at the centre of its recipe, supported by malted barley, and is matured for six years before bottling at 100 proof (50% ABV).
With this whiskey, Old Elk master distiller Greg Metze channels his whiskey-crafting expertise into a wheat-dominant mash, giving it a distinct identity within the Old Elk range. It is distilled in Indiana, and before bottling it undergoes Old Elk's Slow Cut proofing: water is introduced in small increments over several weeks, gradually bringing the whiskey to its final strength. This measured approach is intended to preserve the flavours and deliver a smoother, more balanced whiskey.
The result brings together honey and fruit aromas, with peach, dried fig, vanilla, oak and cedar on the palate. Gentle baking spice carries through the finish, balancing the whiskey's softer, sweeter character.
Its handsome decanter-style bottle and Greg Metze's signature make it a fine gift.
Enjoy it neat, on the rocks or in a soft, round Old Fashioned.
American whiskey covers a wide range of styles, from bourbon and rye to single malts and light whiskeys, and independent blenders and small producers have made it one of the most exciting categories in spirits.
Wheat whiskey must be made from a mash of at least 51% wheat, and a straight wheat whiskey is aged at least two years in new charred oak containers with nothing added but water.
Wheat tends to give a softer, rounder and sweeter spirit than rye, which is why wheat whiskeys are often described as gentle and approachable.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Honey and fruit.
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Palate: Peach, dried fig, vanilla, oak and cedar.
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Finish: Gentle baking spice.
Specifications
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Producer: Old Elk Distillery (Greg Metze)
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Style: Straight Wheat Whiskey
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Mash Bill: Soft red winter wheat with malted barley
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Age: 6 years
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Proof / ABV: 100 proof (50% ABV), Slow Cut proofed
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Region: Distilled in Indiana, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat or on the rocks. It pairs with peach cobbler, fig and cheese plates or roast chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grain leads the mash?
Soft red winter wheat, supported by malted barley.
What is Slow Cut proofing?
Water is added in small increments over several weeks.
How old is it?
Six years.
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