Benchmark Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 750mL

Benchmark Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

Straight Rye | 50% ABV | 100 Proof | 750mL | Kentucky, USA | Aged 4 Years

Process & Profile

Benchmark Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey brings a rye expression to the Benchmark lineup, part of the Sazerac portfolio. Aged four years and bottled at 100 proof, it offers a combination of peppery spice, fruit, and barrel sweetness suited to sipping and mixing.

Apricot and caramel notes meet black pepper and cinnamon on the nose. The palate carries fruit alongside vanilla, caramel, and light oak, keeping sweetness and spice in balance. Its 100-proof strength gives it enough presence for stirred cocktails, while a neat pour lets the fruit and pepper character come through directly.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Apricot and caramel with black pepper and a touch of cinnamon.

• Palate: Fruit, vanilla, and caramel balanced by peppery rye spice and light oak.

• Finish: Lingering fruit and spice with gentle oak.

What Makes It Special

• Four-year age statement: Clearly identified on the bottle.

• 100-proof strength: Provides structure for sipping over ice and mixing into cocktails.

• Kentucky straight rye: A rye expression within the Benchmark whiskey family.

• Fruit and spice balance: Apricot, caramel, and vanilla complement its peppery character.

How to Enjoy

Serve neat to explore the fruit and rye spice, or pour over a large ice cube for gradual dilution.

For cocktails, try it in a Manhattan with sweet vermouth and aromatic bitters, or an Old Fashioned with a little sugar, bitters, and orange peel. Its peppery profile also works well with ginger ale or ginger beer.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How old is Benchmark Rye?
   Benchmark Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey carries a four-year age statement.

2. What proof is Benchmark Rye?
   It is bottled at 100 proof, equivalent to 50% alcohol by volume.

3. What does Benchmark Rye taste like?
   Expect peppery spice balanced by fruit, caramel, vanilla, and light oak. Tasting notes also identify apricot and a touch of cinnamon.

4. Is Benchmark Rye good for cocktails?
   Yes. Its 100-proof strength and balance of fruit and spice make it a useful option for Manhattans and Old Fashioneds. It can also be enjoyed neat or over ice.

5. Where can I buy Benchmark Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey?
   You can purchase Benchmark Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey directly from The Barrel Tap.