About WhistlePig
From the disreputable grain to the insider tip of whiskey: rye! You've probably heard of how rye whiskey was once America's leading spirit but fell out of favor with Prohibition. But a dedicated group of rye enthusiasts have set out in search of the perfect whiskey in an inconspicuous place. In Shoreham, Vermont (USA) they found a farm with 500 hectares of arable land for growing rye and grain and restored the former dairy barn to make it a distillery. The former milk room offers the best conditions for whiskey bottling.
This crazy idea has grown into a significant story. WhistlePig is the first whiskey with zero generations of family tradition. Visionary founder and master distiller Dave Pickerell created a space for experimental whiskey, then handed it over to the youngest, most restless and most rebellious team in the industry. Because he knew: You will never stop fighting for Rye, breaking the boundaries of American whiskey and making mistakes. Of course, there is much to learn from the past. Still, the makers of WhistlePig believe the best of times for rye whiskey is yet to come. WhistlePig is constantly trying new things to further unlock the potential of the Rye. They keep what makes them great, discard the rest, and keep breaking new ground to become even better.
After a few years of experimentation, WhistlePig is committed to crafting the best and most interesting rye whiskey in the world. And their success proves them right. Since its founding in 2007, WhistlePig has grown to become the number 1 distillery of exquisite premium rye whiskeys in North America. With the opening of our distillery in the fall of 2015, we have become one of Vermont's few artisan farm rye whiskey producers. The bold and very unusual bottlings are now also available in our shop.
So, try it yourself and enjoy the unique taste of the handcrafted WhistlePig Rye Whiskeys.
What makes the WhistlePig Whiskey so special?
You should definitely try WhistlePig Rye Whiskey! While the grain from which it is made is delicate, the makers of WhistlePig have perfected it and boast a significant inventory of exceptionally aged Rye Whiskeys. But age alone is not enough for them - they are obsessed with finishing, with post-ripening. To do this, they look around the world for the most interesting barrels and have even developed their own, made from oak wood that comes directly from their own farm. The result is a whiskey of unparalleled complexity and depth. WhistlePig Rye Whiskey is made from almost 100 percent rye, giving it less sweetness but a lot more flavor. Try it out and let the exceptional quality and unique taste convince you!
Recommendations from the WhistlePig product range:
There are essentially three WhistlePig flagships.
The WhistlePig 10 years, WhistlePig 12 years and WhistlePig 15 years. The WhistlePig 10 Years is a balanced and approachable rye refined with hints of caramel and spices. The WhistlePig 12 years is more complex and deeper, with a strong oak and a sweet fruit note. The WhistlePig 15 year old is an exquisite rye with a rich and complex profile characterized by dark chocolate, spices and vanilla. No matter which WhistlePig Rye you choose, you'll enjoy a high-quality, artisanal whiskey that's the result of years of work and dedication.
