Peerless High Rye Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL

Peerless High Rye Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Barrel Proof (~110 Proof) | High-Rye Mash Bill

Process & Profile

Peerless High Rye is the distillery’s first bourbon crafted with a brand-new mash bill, featuring more than double the rye content compared to their flagship bourbon. Distilled using a sweet-mash process and bottled at barrel proof without chill filtration, this expression offers intensity, authenticity, and bold rye spice. Aged around 5–6 years, it reflects Peerless’s grain-to-bottle ethos and small-batch precision.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Notes of oak, warm leather, citrus peel, cedar, and dark fruit.

• Palate: Candied oak, toasted sugar, charred orange, raisin, cocoa, and subtle baking spice.

• Finish: Long and spicy with rye pepper, leather, and nutmeg over a dry, lingering backbone.

What Makes It Special

• Peerless’s first release with a new high-rye mash bill.

• Bottled at barrel proof (~110), non-chill filtered.

• Balances oak and spice with dark fruit and citrus notes.

• Aged over 5 years in hand-selected barrels.

How to Enjoy

Sip neat in a Glencairn to appreciate its robust rye character. Adding a few drops of water enhances its candied citrus and cocoa sweetness. Ideal for seasoned bourbon drinkers looking for complexity and boldness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the ABV of Peerless High Rye Bourbon?
   It’s bottled at barrel proof, averaging around 110 proof.

2. What makes its mash bill different?
   It uses more than twice the rye of Peerless’s standard bourbon mash.

3. What flavors define Peerless High Rye Bourbon?
   Expect oak, leather, raisin, charred orange, cocoa, and lingering spice.

4. Is Peerless High Rye chill-filtered?
   No, it is bottled at full proof without chill filtration.

5. How long is Peerless High Rye Bourbon aged?
   Typically between 5½ and 6 years.