Old Pepper Distillery Single Barrel Rye Whiskey

Single barrel character. Bold rye spice. Historic Kentucky whiskey craftsmanship. 🥃🌾🔥

Old Pepper Distillery Single Barrel Rye Whiskey is a distinctive rye expression showcasing the individual character and complexity of a carefully selected barrel. Produced under the historic James E. Pepper name in Lexington, Kentucky, these single-barrel releases highlight the bold, spicy personality that makes rye whiskey such a favorite among American whiskey enthusiasts. Individual releases can vary in age, proof, mash bill, and barrel specifications, so the bottle label provides the definitive details for each selection.

Expect a robust combination of rye spice, caramelized sweetness, toasted oak, and herbal character. The single-barrel format gives each release its own personality, making it equally appealing for sipping and collecting.

👃 Nose

Brown sugar, vanilla, toasted oak, cinnamon, spearmint, orange peel, and classic rye spice.

👅 Palate

Rich and full-flavored with caramel, vanilla, honey, cinnamon, toasted oak, dried fruit, and peppery rye spice, complemented by subtle herbal and mint notes.

🎉 Finish

Long and warming with lingering cinnamon, oak, caramel sweetness, mint, and persistent rye spice.

Why It’s Special

🔥 True single-barrel rye whiskey with individual barrel character
🔥 Produced under the historic James E. Pepper name
🔥 Bottled and presented by the historic Pepper Distillery in Lexington, Kentucky
🔥 Bold balance of sweetness, oak, herbs, and signature rye spice
🔥 Excellent choice for rye collectors and American whiskey enthusiasts

TLB Tip: Enjoy it neat first to experience the individual barrel character, then add a few drops of water to open up additional sweetness, spice, and herbal notes. 🥃🌾