St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin 750mL

St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin

Barrel-Rested Gin | 49.5% ABV | 99 Proof | 750mL | 100% Pot-Distilled Rye Base | French & American Oak Wine Casks | Limited Release

Process & Profile

St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin is a distinctive barrel-rested expression that brings together elements of gin, rye whiskey, and wine-cask maturation. Produced by St. George Spirits in Alameda, California, it begins with the distillery's Dry Rye Gin, made from a base of 100% pot-distilled rye.

The botanical recipe is intentionally focused, using just six botanicals: juniper, Malabar black pepper, caraway, coriander seed, grapefruit, and lime. Juniper remains at the center, while rye contributes a malty texture and natural spice.

The finished gin is rested in French and American oak wine casks that previously held Grenache rosé, Syrah, and Tannat from California's Blacksmith Cellars. Barrel resting adds oak, dark fruit, and stone-fruit character while bringing out a fruitier side of the juniper.

Bottled at a substantial 49.5% ABV / 99 proof, Dry Rye Reposado Gin maintains a bold, structured profile while remaining versatile for sipping and spirit-forward cocktails.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Juniper, dark fruit, toasted oak, malt, black pepper, and subtle citrus

Palate: Robust malt, piquant spice, ripe stone fruit, juniper, caraway, and wine-cask richness

Finish: Long and warming with peppery spice, oak, dark fruit, citrus, and lingering juniper

What Makes It Special

St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin is unusual because it begins with a 100% pot-distilled rye spirit, giving it more maltiness, weight, and spice than gins built on a more neutral base.

Its maturation program adds another layer of distinction. Rather than using whiskey barrels, St. George rests the gin in wine casks that previously contained Grenache rosé, Syrah, and Tannat, introducing fruit and oak character without completely covering the underlying botanicals.

The cask influence also changes how the juniper presents itself. St. George notes that barrel resting emphasizes the fruitier qualities of the juniper berry, complementing the rye's natural spice and the citrus brightness of grapefruit and lime.

The result is a genre-bending spirit that can appeal to gin drinkers, rye whiskey fans, and those interested in barrel-rested spirits that do not fit neatly into one traditional category.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin neat to explore its combination of malt, juniper, dark fruit, spice, and oak.

At 99 proof, a few drops of water can reveal additional stone fruit and citrus while softening some of the rye and black-pepper intensity.

Its whiskey-like structure makes it particularly effective in an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Martinez, or Hanky Panky. St. George also recommends pairing its character with ingredients such as Sherry, umeshu, or ginger.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin?

St. George Dry Rye Reposado is a barrel-rested gin made from a 100% pot-distilled rye base and matured in French and American oak wine casks.

2. What botanicals are used in St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin?

The gin uses six botanicals: juniper, Malabar black pepper, caraway, coriander seed, grapefruit, and lime.

3. What proof is St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin?

St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin is bottled at 99 proof, equal to 49.5% alcohol by volume.

4. What barrels are used for St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin?

The gin rests in French and American oak wine casks that previously held Grenache rosé, Syrah, and Tannat, contributing oak, dark fruit, and stone-fruit character.

5. Where can I buy St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin?

You can buy St. George Dry Rye Reposado Gin directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop gin and other premium spirits online.