WhistlePig 10 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey

Born on a 500-acre Vermont farm and finished with a fearless pursuit of flavour, WhistlePig 10 Year Old is a straight rye of rare character. Distilled from 100% rye and bottled at a cocktail-perfect 50% ABV, it layers spice, sweetness and oak in equal measure. The handsome bottle, age statement and farm-to-glass story make it a standout gift—memorable neat, magnificent in classic rye cocktails.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Aromas roll in with allspice, orange peel and anise over toasted oak, caramel and a hint of marzipan. The first sip is generous and polished: caramel and vanilla glide into nutmeg, cinnamon and the hallmark rye tingle, a cool breath of mint rising through warm barrel char. The finish is long and stately, lingering on butterscotch, caramel and a poised, peppery warmth.

Key Details

• Producer: WhistlePig
• Type: Straight Rye Whiskey (100% rye)
• Region: Vermont, USA
• ABV: 50% (100 proof)
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Aged 10 years; double-barrel maturation; distilled & initially matured in Canada, then further aged/hand-bottled at WhistlePig Farm, Vermont
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or over one large cube; exceptional in classic rye cocktails

Cocktail Pairings

Its bold rye spine and caramel richness elevate a Manhattan with elegant herbal depth and an Old Fashioned where orange oils meet baking spice. Stir into a Sazerac for anise-kissed precision, or a Boulevardier for bittersweet poise. A Gold Rush adds honeyed silk, while a Whiskey Sour (or New York Sour with a red-wine float) frames citrus against cool mint and char.

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded in 2007 on a historic Vermont farm, WhistlePig set out—under the late Master Distiller Dave Pickerell—to champion rye’s untapped potential. They sourced extraordinary aged rye, refined it through a double-barrel program, then completed ageing and hand bottling on the farm. The result is a signature 10-year expression: audacious, spice-forward and impeccably balanced at 100 proof.

Special Features

Age-stated 10 years and crafted from 100% rye, this small-batch whiskey delivers quintessential rye intensity without rough edges. The double-barrel approach builds layers—clove, citrus oils, vanilla and char—while 50% ABV preserves texture for both sipping and mixing. Farm provenance, certified quality and a timeless presentation make it an effortless luxury gift.

Recognition & Accolades

Celebrated by critics and competitions worldwide:

• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition
• Gold – Wizards of Whisky Awards (2015)
• 96/100 – Wine Enthusiast (one of the highest-rated rye whiskies)
• 91/100 – Whisky Advocate
• 90/100 – Distiller
• 88/100 – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible
• “Highest Recommendation” – Spirits Journal; named among the five best whiskies by major press

Enduring praise for power, polish and unmistakable rye character.

Food Pairing

Meet spice with richness: seared ribeye, dry-rubbed BBQ ribs or crispy pork belly echo oak and caramel while rye’s peppery lift cuts through fat. Smoked salmon with chive cream flatters citrus and anise. Aged cheddar, blue or mature gouda mirror nutty sweetness; spiced nuts accent toast and char. For dessert, dark chocolate torte, gingerbread or baked apple crisp seals the deal.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Statement bottle, age-worthy credentials and farm provenance make this a confident choice for clients, collectors and rye-curious friends alike—equally at home in a crystal tumbler or a perfectly stirred Manhattan.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

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