{"product_id":"wilderness-trail-bonded-rye-whiskey","title":"Wilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled In Bond Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | 50% ABV | 100 Proof | 750mL | Bottled in Bond | Sweet Mash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is produced in Danville, Kentucky with a lower-rye mash bill designed to balance traditional rye spice with greater corn sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mash bill contains \u003cstrong\u003e56% rye, 33% corn, and 11% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the whiskey enough rye to qualify as straight rye while creating a rounder profile than many rye whiskeys made with significantly higher percentages of the grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilderness Trail uses its signature \u003cstrong\u003esweet mash fermentation process\u003c\/strong\u003e, beginning each batch with fresh ingredients rather than adding backset from a previous distillation. The rye enters new charred oak at a relatively low 100–105 proof, allowing the distillate and grain character to remain prominent throughout maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Bottled in Bond whiskey, it is distilled at Wilderness Trail during a single distilling season, aged for at least four years in a bonded warehouse, and bottled at exactly 100 proof. Small batches consist of 20 barrels or fewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet baking spice, seasoned oak, dark fruit, and subtle floral aromas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clove, white pepper, candied flowers, spearmint, Earl Grey tea, and rye spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and succulent with lingering florals, spearmint sweetness, oak, and warming spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilderness Trail Rye takes a different approach from the intensely spicy 90–95% rye recipes commonly found in American whiskey. Its 56% rye mash bill leaves room for a substantial amount of corn, providing additional sweetness and balance without losing the herbal and peppery qualities expected from rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distillery's sweet mash process is another defining characteristic. By starting each fermentation with fresh ingredients, Wilderness Trail maintains greater control over fermentation and emphasizes a softer, grain-forward whiskey profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts Bottled in Bond designation also provides clear production standards. The whiskey must come from one distillery and one distilling season, mature for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and be bottled at exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in batches of no more than 20 barrels, Wilderness Trail Small Batch Rye combines traditional Bottled in Bond standards with the distillery's modern fermentation-focused approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy Wilderness Trail Bottled in Bond Rye neat to explore its balance of dark fruit, clove, white pepper, mint, floral notes, and seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few drops of water can open additional sweetness and aromatic character while softening the 100-proof intensity. It can also be served over one large ice cube for gradual dilution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of rye spice and corn-driven sweetness makes it especially versatile in classic whiskey cocktails such as a Manhattan, Sazerac, or Rye Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What is Wilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Kentucky straight rye whiskey produced in small batches at Wilderness Trail Distillery using a sweet mash fermentation process and bottled according to Bottled in Bond standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What is the mash bill for Wilderness Trail Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mash bill contains 56% rye, 33% corn, and 11% malted barley. The relatively high corn content creates additional sweetness while the rye provides spice, herbal notes, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What proof is Wilderness Trail Bottled in Bond Rye?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled in Bond Rye is bottled at exactly 100 proof, which equals 50% alcohol by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. What does Wilderness Trail Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers notes of sweet baking spice, dark fruit, clove, white pepper, candied flowers, spearmint, Earl Grey tea, seasoned oak, and lingering floral sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Where can I buy Wilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy Wilderness Trail Small Batch Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop rye whiskey and other premium spirits online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wilderness Trail","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43140733763809,"sku":"852989005312","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/wilderness-trail-small-batch-bottled-in-bond-kentucky-straight-rye-whiskey-750ml-the-barrel-tap-www-thebarreltap-com_2f731016-b0fc-4a82-afd6-11f070acdc49.jpg?v=1691180824","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/wilderness-trail-bonded-rye-whiskey","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}