Smooth Ambler Contradiction Rye Batch 41 is a blend of straight rye whiskies, combining rye distilled in the mountains of West Virginia with sourced ryes, bottled non-chill filtered at 105 proof (52.5% ABV).
Each savory sip of Contradiction Rye is a stunning marriage of velvety aromatics and notes of muddled in-season allspice, or as Smooth Ambler puts it more plainly, a blend of whiskey made in West Virginia and whiskies the distillery loves from other distilleries. Batch 41 brings together four mash bills ranging from 51% to 95% rye, layering West Virginia rye with sourced ryes from Indiana and Tennessee. Smooth Ambler was founded in 2008 by West Virginia native TAG Galyean and John Little as a grain-to-glass craft distillery.
Bold spice, a long finish, balanced and rich: grain-forward rye character with a smooth edge and a long, spicy finish that lingers.
The elephant 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.
Rye whiskey must be made from at least 51% rye.
Blending several ryes builds layers of spice and sweetness.
Serve it neat in a Glencairn glass.
A splash of water tames the proof and opens the spice.
It makes a bold Manhattan.
Try it in a Rye Old Fashioned.
It is a great gift for rye fans.
Tasting Notes
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Spice: Bold rye spice, allspice.
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Body: Rich and balanced.
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Finish: Long and spicy.
Specifications
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Distillery: Smooth Ambler, West Virginia
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Style: Blend of straight rye whiskies, non-chill filtered
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Mash Bills: Four, from 51% to 95% rye
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Batch: 41
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Proof / ABV: 105 proof (52.5% ABV)
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Region: West Virginia, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a splash of water, or stir a bold Manhattan or Sazerac. It pairs with smoked meats, rye bread or spiced desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in the blend?
Rye distilled in West Virginia plus sourced ryes, four mash bills in all.
What proof is Batch 41?
105 proof (52.5% ABV).
Is it chill filtered?
No.
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