Blackened Rye The Lighting Rye Whiskey
Blackened Rye The Lighting Rye Whiskey
Blackened Rye The Lightning is a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, expertly crafted by BLACKENED Master Distiller & Blender Rob Dietrich. This unique expression is a blend of straight rye whiskeys, predominantly 95% rye, aged between 5-8 years. What sets it apart is its double cask finishing process in Madeira and rum casks, adding layers of complexity and depth to its character. Bottled at 92 proof and non-chill filtered, it embodies the spirit of innovation and craftsmanship that defines BLACKENED whiskey.
Tasting Notes
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
For the whiskey lover who already owns the familiar standbys, a rye with a twist makes a considered gift. This limited-edition Kentucky Straight Rye from BLACKENED, crafted by Master Distiller & Blender Rob Dietrich, blends straight rye whiskeys aged 5 to 8 years from a predominantly 95% rye mash bill, then finishes them in both Madeira and rum casks. The result balances rye's cinnamon edge with fruit and sweetness. Green apple, caramel and banana bread lead on the nose, followed by pear, honeysuckle, muscovado sugar and almond, with a long finish of dried fig, rum cake, clover honey and a touch of mint. Bottled at 92 proof and non-chill filtered, it rewards slow sipping neat in a Glencairn, opens up with a few drops of water, and holds its own over a large cube or in a classic cocktail. Give it for a promotion, a milestone birthday or Father's Day, to someone who enjoys comparing notes and discovering how a cask finish reshapes a familiar spirit.
Pairs well with
- Promotion or milestone celebration — Its limited-edition status and layered Madeira and rum cask finish make it a bottle worth opening for a moment that deserves a slow, appreciative pour.
- Cheese board with figs, walnuts — The dried fig and walnut notes on the finish echo the board, while the rye's cinnamon cuts through rich cheeses.
- Warm apple or pear tart — Green apple on the nose and pear, muscovado sugar and caramel on the palate mirror a fruit-and-pastry dessert.
Questions about this bottle
What makes this rye different from a standard rye whiskey?
It is a blend of straight rye whiskeys, predominantly 95% rye, aged 5 to 8 years, that goes through a double cask finish in Madeira and rum casks. Those finishes add layers of dried fruit, honey and rum cake sweetness alongside the rye's spice.
What does it taste like?
The nose shows green apple, barn hay, caramel and a hint of banana bread. The palate brings pear, honeysuckle, muscovado sugar, almond and cinnamon with sawn-wood and waffle cone notes. The long finish lingers on dried fig, hay, pinewood, rum cake, clover honey, mint and walnut.
How strong is it, and what size is the bottle?
It is bottled at 92 proof, which is 46% ABV, and it is non-chill filtered. The bottle is a standard 750 ml.
What is the best way to drink it?
Try it neat in a Glencairn glass first to appreciate its aromas, then add a few drops of water to reveal more nuance. It also works over a large ice cube in a rocks glass, or in a classic whiskey cocktail that complements its bold, complex profile.
