{"product_id":"willett-family-estate-small-batch-straight-rye-whiskey-4-year-cask-strength-750ml","title":"Willett Family Estate Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey 4 Year Cask Strength 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eWillett Family Estate Small Batch Rye is a four-year-old straight rye whiskey produced and bottled by the Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, released at full cask strength, here 109.6 proof (54.8% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is distilled, aged and bottled under the Willett Family Estate designation, matured for four years in new American oak barrels. Released undiluted, with proof varying by batch, it reflects Willett's rye-forward approach, emphasising spice, grain intensity and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven a quick nosing reveals the grassy, herbal character of rye, with a sweetness that follows. The palate is well balanced, with a herbal mintiness intertwined with sweetness that dances on the tongue until it exits with spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBold and undiluted, it is a fine gift for rye lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrink it neat, make an old fashioned, or hold it up to a rock.\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\u003eA straight rye whiskey is made from a mash of at least 51% rye and aged at least two years in new charred oak containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCask strength means the whiskey is bottled at the strength it came out of the barrel, with no water added.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRye whiskey is known for its spicy, herbal and grassy character, which makes it a classic base for cocktails such as the old fashioned and Manhattan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grassy, herbal rye with sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbal mintiness intertwined with sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Willett Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight Rye Whiskey, Small Batch, cask strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 109.6 proof (54.8% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e New American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bardstown, Kentucky, United States\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\u003eDrink it neat, over a rock, or in an old fashioned. It pairs with rye bread, charcuterie or a cigar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour years, in new American oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cask strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes; proof varies by batch, and this bottle is 109.6 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rye\"\u003eRye collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Willett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68121093341493,"sku":"VWS_5935","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-44956.webp?v=1794261410","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/willett-family-estate-small-batch-straight-rye-whiskey-4-year-cask-strength-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}