Willett Family Estate Bottled Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, 11 years old, 60.8% ABV (cask strength), uncut and unfiltered. Willett Family Estate bottlings are released in very small quantities, often single barrel releases with handwritten labels indicating barrel number, proof, and age. The 11-year rye expressions are among the most sought-after. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what that means:
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Producer: Willett Distillery (Kentucky Bourbon Distillers)
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Brand: Willett Family Estate
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Type: American Whiskey
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Style: Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
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Aging: 11 years
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ABV: 60.8% (Cask Strength / Uncut & Unfiltered)
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State: Kentucky
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Nose: Deep oak spice, molasses, mint, clove, and dried fruit.
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Palate: Bold rye spice with layers of vanilla bean, dark chocolate, tobacco, and caramelized sugar.
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Finish: Long and warming with peppery rye, oak tannins, and sweet herbs.
