Taconic Founder’s Rye Whiskey

Description

About Taconic Founder’s Rye Whiskey

Crafted with care in the Hudson Valley by Taconic Distillery, the Founder’s Rye Whiskey is named in honour of America’s founding fathers. This straight rye whiskey features a mash bill of approximately 95% rye and 5% malted barley. It’s aged in virgin American white oak barrels, attaining a rich golden-caramel colour and delivering a bold, spicy rye character with a hint of sweet finish. Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).

Whether you’re sipping it neat to explore its complexity or using it as the backbone of a rye-forward cocktail, this expression from Taconic offers versatility and craft pedigree.

 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Spicy rye grain, pepper and allspice, alongside butterscotch and banana hints.

• Palate: Crisp rye heat on entry, followed by caramel, vanilla, summer-fruit sweetness and subtle oak.

• Finish: Warm, mildly sweet, with lingering rye spice and a smooth, clean after-taste.

 Why You’ll Love It

• From a craft distillery in New York’s Hudson Valley that emphasises terroir and local character.

• A high-rye mash bill (≈95% rye) for authentic spicy rye flavour.

• Aged in new white-oak barrels to capture depth and complexity.

• Bottled at 45% ABV, making it approachable yet full-flavoured.

• Suitable for both sipping neat and premium cocktails.

Product Details

• Brand: Taconic (Taconic Distillery)

• Product: Founder’s Rye Whiskey

• Type: Straight Rye Whiskey

• Mash Bill: ~95% rye, 5% malted barley

• Aging: Aged in virgin American white oak barrels

• Proof / ABV: 90 proof / 45% ABV

• Volume: 750 ml (typical)

• Origin: Hudson Valley, Dutchess County, New York, USA

 Serving & Cocktail Tips

• Neat: Pour into a tulip-shaped whiskey glass and let it rest a minute to open the aromas.

• On the rocks: One large ice cube will chill without overly diluting; allows sweeter caramel/vanilla notes to emerge.

• Cocktails: Elegant in a Rye Manhattan or a classic Sazerac-style drink, thanks to its spice and rye backbone.

• Storage: Upright, away from direct light and heat, to preserve flavour integrity.