Old Pepper Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey Cask 1021 The Bourbon Enthusiast 750ml

This Old Pepper Single Barrel Straight Rye is cask 1021, selected by The Bourbon Enthusiast and bottled at cask strength, 55% ABV (110 proof).

Old Pepper single barrel ryes are made from a high-rye mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley.

Each barrel is bottled at the James E. Pepper Distillery, "Old No. 5", in Lexington, Kentucky.

Old Pepper calls itself Kentucky's oldest brand, born with the republic.

Bold rye spice, dill, mint and caramel make it a standout pick for rye lovers.

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.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rye spice, mint and caramel.
• Palate: Pepper, dill, toffee and oak.
• Finish: Long and spicy.

Specifications

• Distillery: James E. Pepper Distillery, Lexington, Kentucky
• Selection: The Bourbon Enthusiast
• Cask: 1021
• Mash bill: 95% rye, 5% malted barley
• ABV: 55% (110 proof)
• Origin: United States
• Size: 750ml

How to Enjoy It

Sip it neat, then add a few drops of water. Stir it into a bold Sazerac or Manhattan. Pair it with charcuterie and dark chocolate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who selected this barrel?
The Bourbon Enthusiast.

What is the mash bill?
95% rye and 5% malted barley.

How strong is it?
It is bottled at cask strength, 55% ABV, 110 proof.

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