High N' Wicked 5 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye

This robust Kentucky Straight Rye shines when sipped neat or with a single large ice cube, allowing its complex flavors of spice, fruit, and cocoa to unfold on the palate. Its bold character also makes it an excellent base for classic rye cocktails, particularly those with bitter or herbal components, and it pairs beautifully with hearty dishes like smoked meats or rich, spiced desserts – making it a perfect companion for cool autumn evenings or cozy winter nights by the fire.

Nose: Ripe apples and peaches mingle with dark cherry notes. Orange zest and baking spices like cinnamon and clove are prominent. Caramel candies and freshly cracked black pepper add depth, while hints of dark cocoa, white pepper, and a touch of dill round out the aroma.

Palate: Full-bodied and layered. Initial sweetness reminiscent of caramel and honey quickly gives way to bold rye spice. Cinnamon and peppercorns dominate, with a mild chili pepper heat. As it develops, flavors of apple and peach emerge, complemented by dark cocoa and nutmeg.

Finish: Clean and vibrant with a lingering mouthfeel. The spice notes gradually fade, leaving a pleasant warmth. Subtle fruit sweetness and cocoa linger, balanced by a gentle oak dryness. A final whisper of rye spice reminds you of the whiskey's bold character.

High N' Wicked's 5 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye is crafted using a unique mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted rye, fermented with limestone-rich aquifer water sourced directly beneath the distillery. The whiskey undergoes an all-copper distillation process, maximizing interaction with this essential metal at every heating point to develop its intense and distinctive character before aging for five years in new, toasted white oak barrels with a #4 char.

• High N' Wicked's rye whiskey uses water from a limestone-rich aquifer located 100 feet directly beneath the distillery, giving it a unique mineral profile that enhances its flavor complexity.
• The whiskey undergoes an "All-Copper Distillation Path," where every point of heating during production involves copper contact, resulting in an exceptionally intense and distinctive character rarely found in other ryes.