Whistlepig Rye Whiskey 5th Edition Double Malt Finished In PX Sherry Cask 18 Year
Whistlepig Rye Whiskey 5th Edition Double Malt Finished In PX Sherry Cask 18 Year
WhistlePig 5th Edition Double Malt Rye 18 Year is a masterful expression of aged American rye whiskey, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of the WhistlePig distillery. This edition is crafted from a unique mash bill of 79% Rye, 15% Malted Rye, and 6% Malted Barley, offering a deep dive into the complexities that these grains bring when aged for nearly two decades. To elevate this exceptional spirit, it undergoes a finishing period in Pedro Ximénez (PX) Sherry casks, adding a luxurious layer of sweetness and depth to its already complex profile. The result is a bold yet nuanced rye whiskey that captures the essence of time and tradition, delivering a rich, multifaceted experience with every sip.
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Why Gifted Pour recommends it
This is a bottle for the rye lover who has already explored the everyday shelf and is ready for something with real age behind it. Aged 18 years and finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, it pairs the bold spice of a 79% rye mash bill with the softer, floral lift of malted rye and a touch of malted barley. Expect toasted oak, ripe berries and nutmeg on the nose, then vanilla, dried fruit and a hint of dark chocolate on the palate, before a long, clean, spicy finish where the sherry sweetness lingers. It makes a considered gift for a milestone birthday, a retirement, or a promotion worth marking, especially for someone who likes to sit with a pour and notice how it changes in the glass. Suggest they try it neat first, then with a cube or two of ice to soften the spice and draw out the sweetness, with a square of dark chocolate or a wedge of aged Gouda close at hand.
Pairs well with
- Dark chocolate after dinner — The whiskey's own dark chocolate and vanilla notes from the PX sherry finish deepen alongside a good bittersweet bar.
- Blue cheese or aged Gouda — Rich, salty cheese plays against the sherry sweetness and dried fruit while the rye spice cuts through the richness.
- Retirement or milestone birthday — An 18 year rye with a long, warming finish suits an occasion that calls for a slow, celebratory pour.
Questions about this bottle
What is this rye whiskey made from?
The mash bill is 79% rye, 15% malted rye and 6% malted barley. The malted rye contributes soft, floral notes that balance the boldness of the rye, while the barley rounds out the blend.
What does the PX sherry cask finish add?
After aging, the whiskey is finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, which add rich sweetness, dried fruit and a touch of dark chocolate. That sherry influence carries through to the finish, leaving a sweet, satisfying aftertaste alongside the rye spice.
How should I drink it?
Neat is the best way to appreciate its depth and the sherry cask finish. A few ice cubes soften the spice and bring up the sweetness. For a cocktail, try it in a Manhattan, where the sherry-finished character can take the place of the usual vermouth.
How old is it and what size is the bottle?
This WhistlePig 5th Edition Double Malt rye carries an 18 year age statement and comes in a standard 750 ml bottle.
