WhistlePig 10 Year Rye is one of the bottles we reach for most often behind the bar here in West Seattle. It is the flagship release from WhistlePig, the farm-based distillery in Shoreham, Vermont, and it set the standard for what a serious, aged rye could be. Built on a 100% rye mash bill and bottled at a full 100 proof, it is a whiskey that rewards a little attention. We keep it on the shelf at Camp West because it bridges two worlds: bold enough for rye purists, smooth enough to win over someone who thinks they only like bourbon.
About the Distillery
WhistlePig was founded on a former dairy farm in Vermont and built its reputation on rye whiskey at a time when rye was still a niche category. The 10 Year flagship is built from carefully selected aged rye stock, and the distillery has since planted its own rye and begun distilling on the farm. The brand’s farm-to-bottle ambition and its single-minded focus on rye made it a craft-whiskey landmark.
Style & Mash Bill
This is a straight rye whiskey made from a 100% rye mash bill, with no corn or wheat to round off the edges. It is aged for a full ten years and bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV). The all-rye recipe is what gives it that signature spice-forward backbone, while the decade of barrel time layers in softness and depth.
Tasting Notes
Expect a rich, aromatic nose of allspice, clove, nutmeg, and a touch of honey. The palate is full-bodied and warming, with caramel and vanilla wrapped around classic rye spice and a cool note of mint. The finish runs long and warm, trailing off into butterscotch and oak. It is complex without being heavy.
How to Enjoy It at Camp West
We pour WhistlePig 10 Year Rye for $20. Neat is the way to meet it first, so the ten years of aging can speak for themselves. A single large cube opens it up beautifully if you prefer a little chill and dilution. It also makes a standout Manhattan or Old Fashioned, where its 100-proof spice cuts cleanly through sweet vermouth and bitters. Ask your bartender and we will pour it the way you like.
FAQ
Is WhistlePig 10 Year a bourbon or a rye? It is a straight rye whiskey made from a 100% rye mash bill, aged ten years and bottled at 100 proof.
Where is WhistlePig made? WhistlePig is a farm-based distillery in Shoreham, Vermont, and the 10 Year is its flagship rye.
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