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1 . E . H . Taylor Barrel Proof Rye A new uncut , unfiltered rye recipe joining the Colonel E . H . Taylor , Jr . lineup . Aged at Buffalo Trace Distillery , this limited-edition release comes bottled at 126 proof . Like all products from the uber-popular distillery , supplies are limited and allocated . URL : buffalotracedistillery . com SRP : $ 77.99 per 750-ml . bottle
2 . Little Book Chapter 8 : Path Not Taken This newest expression is meant to “ explore the future of American rye by blending a unique range of rye whiskies together and show you that rye still has plenty of stories left to tell ,” the distillery says . 118.2 proof . URL : littlebookwhiskey . com SRP : $ 149.99 per 750-ml . bottle
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3 . Bomberger ’ s , Shenk ’ s 2024 Releases This annual , popular release from Michter ’ s Distillery is vintage-dated with the year of the bottling . Bomberger ’ s is 108 proof , while Shenk ’ s is 91.2 proof . Both are allocated products . URL : michters . com SRP : $ 120 or $ 110 , respectively , per 750-ml . bottle
4 . Maker ' s Mark Wood Finishing Series : The Heart Meant to shed light on the taste vision inspired by the distillery team : the makers of Maker ’ s Mark . Fruit forward with caramel , maple and chocolate notes , The Heart Release has a rich , creamy mouthfeel , the distillery states . 111.7 proof . URL : makersmark . com SRP : $ 74.99 per 750-ml . bottle
5 . Penelope Toasted Rye Penelope ’ s second release in its annual Straight Rye Whiskey Toasted Series is now available . This year ’ s expression is the result of finishing a 95 % rye and 5 % malted barley mash bill in new freshly toasted barrels . 110 proof . URL : penelopebourbon . com SRP : $ 74.99 per 750-ml . bottle
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6 . Ardbeg Anthology : The Unicorn ’ s Tale Aged 14 years , this expression blends tropical sweetness of whisky aged in Madeira casks with Ardbeg ’ s trademark zesty , smoky notes , the distillery reports , resulting in a fruity , aromatic , smoky creation . 92 proof . URL : ardbeg . com SRP : $ 159.99 per 750-ml . bottle
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7 . Jura 14 Year Old American Rye Cask After spending time in American rye barrels , this has aromas of mango , mint and crushed almonds , according to distillery notes . On the palate is toffee apple and pecan pie , with layers of cinnamon , vanilla , honey , cacao and hazelnut . 80 proof . URL : jurawhisky . com SRP : $ 74.99 per 750-ml . bottle
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