Description
A Bold, Spicy Evolution of the 1792 Legacy
1792 High Rye Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey stands as a testament to the art of grain-bill innovation within the legendary Barton 1792 Distillery. While the distillery’s flagship Small Batch expression is celebrated for its crowd-pleasing balance, the High Rye expression is a purposeful departure, designed specifically to satisfy the sophisticated palate of the modern whiskey lover who seeks the lively, aromatic, and spicy kick that only a high-rye content can provide.
The soul of this whiskey lies in its deliberate grain ratio. By significantly increasing the percentage of rye in the mash bill, the master distillers at Barton 1792 have unlocked a vibrant new layer of complexity. During the long maturation process inside the distillery’s iconic rickhouses, the spicy, herbaceous notes of the rye grain are tempered by the sweet, charred sugars extracted from the new American oak barrels. This marriage results in a whiskey that is simultaneously bracingly spicy and comfortingly sweet.
Bottled at a deliberate 47.15% ABV (94.3 Proof), it captures the perfect sweet spot for both meditative neat sipping and high-end cocktail construction. Housed in the brand’s signature, elegantly curved flask bottle with distinctive gold lettering, this expression serves as a high-visibility, premium-tier volume driver for digital shelves, instantly appealing to both collectors and daily-drinker aficionados.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Lively, spicy, and invitingly complex. Opens with prominent notes of freshly cracked black pepper, bright orange zest, and sweet mint, beautifully softened by deep undertones of creamy caramel, warm vanilla, and toasted oak.
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Palate: Medium-bodied, vibrant, and character-forward. A sharp, zesty entry of spicy rye and dried ginger smoothly transitions into a rich mid-palate of clover honey, sweet corn, and a lingering, luxurious hint of milk chocolate.
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Finish: Long, warming, and remarkably sophisticated. It leaves a highly satisfying signature trail of lingering baking spices, dry wood tannins, and a clean, refreshing whisper of citrus peel.
Serving Suggestion:
1792 High Rye is an elite performer when it comes to versatility. To experience its full range of spice and sweetness, pour it neat into a tulip-shaped glass and let it breathe for a few minutes. If you prefer cocktails, its sturdy 94.3-proof architecture makes it the absolute ideal base for a bold, classic Old Fashioned or a spicy Boulevardier, as the high rye content beautifully cuts through the sweetness of bitters and vermouth.
Product Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
| Brand | 1792 |
| Origin | Bardstown, Kentucky, USA |
| Spirit Type | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (High Rye) |
| ABV / Proof | 47.15% / 94.3 Proof |
| Mash Bill | High-Rye Bourbon Recipe |
| Character | Boldly spicy, zesty citrus, creamy vanilla, toasted oak, and smooth finish |
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