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About Straight Rye Whiskey

About Straight Rye Whiskey
In order for a product to be categorized as a Straight Rye Whiskey, the following must be true:

Mash bill must be made up of a minimum of 51% rye.
Aged a minimum of two years.
May not contain any flavors or colors.
All of the liquid in the bottle must be distilled in the same state.

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Rittenhouse Bottled-In-Bond Straight Rye Whiskey
95 points
$27
Rittenhouse
Bottled-In-Bond Straight Rye Whiskey
A spicy east coast Rye with a creamy vanilla backbone; a benchmark example for classic cocktails.
95 points $27
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Pikesville Straight Rye Whiskey
95 points
$49
Pikesville
Straight Rye Whiskey
The ABV packs a punch but layers of complexity and delicious flavors make this a go-to for Rye cocktails.
95 points $49
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Old Elk Straight Rye Whiskey
95 points
$89.99
Old Elk
Straight Rye Whiskey
A downright delicious Rye Whiskey that will be stupendous in cocktails but will shine even brighter when sipped neat; ultra-concentrated flavors that delight the senses.
95 points $89.99
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Elijah Craig Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
94 points
$29
Elijah Craig
Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
A classic example of a properly aged Rye Whiskey; everything you expect from the category.
94 points $29
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FEW Straight Rye Whisky
94 points
$44
FEW
Straight Rye Whisky
A spicy and savory Rye that will make a great old fashioned or pair with a Maduro cigar.
94 points $44
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Western Reserve Distillers 6 Year Old Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey Barrel 20-0083
94 points
$43
Western Reserve Distillers
6 Year Old Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey Barrel 20-0083
A very nice Rye whiskey that nails the style; enjoy neat, on the rocks or in your favorite classic cocktails.
94 points $43
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Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey
94 points
$63
Russell’s Reserve
Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey
Powerful flavors and palate-pleasing spice notes are sure to satisfy most any American whiskey lover.
94 points $63
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Sagamore Spirit Distillers Select Straight Rye Whiskey
94 points
$69
Sagamore Spirit
Distiller's Select Straight Rye Whiskey
A rich and fruity rye whiskey with a distinctive luxurious style; highly recommended for gifting and sipping.
94 points $69
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Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
93 points
$36
Knob Creek
Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Rye spice and everything nice, all while maintaining some sweeter notes.
93 points $36
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Elvis Straight Rye Whiskey
93 points
$49
Elvis
Straight Rye Whiskey
A supple and spry, peppery Rye for pleasure-packed sipping or stylish cocktails.
93 points $49
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