Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey 113 Proof

Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey 113 Proof is the bold, barrel‑strength flagship rye from Indiana’s pioneers of sweet‑mash distillation. Crafted from a mash bill of 94% rye and 6% malted barley, this small‑batch straight rye begins each fermentation with 100% fresh ingredients—never reused backset—resulting in a whiskey with exceptional clarity, fruit‑forward aromatics, and a uniquely expressive spice profile.

Aged 2–3 years in heavily charred new American oak barrels and bottled uncut at 113 proof, this release delivers concentrated flavor, deep color, and a powerful yet surprisingly approachable structure. Expect a rye that balances intensity with nuance, offering layers of maple, stone fruit, dark cherry, brown sugar, and cracked pepper. This is Hard Truth’s original sweet‑mash rye, distilled grain‑to‑glass on their 325‑acre Brown County campus.