{"product_id":"bookers-rye-limited-edition-750ml","title":"Booker's Rye Limited Edition 750mL","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooker's Rye Limited Edition 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptionally rare \u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e released by the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in \u003cstrong\u003e2016\u003c\/strong\u003e as a tribute to legendary Master Distiller \u003cstrong\u003eBooker Noe\u003c\/strong\u003e. Often referred to as \u003cstrong\u003e“Big Time Batch,”\u003c\/strong\u003e this one-time release was produced from rye whiskey laid down by Booker Noe in \u003cstrong\u003e2003\u003c\/strong\u003e and matured for \u003cstrong\u003e13 years, 1 month, and 12 days\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bottled \u003cstrong\u003euncut and unfiltered at 136.2 proof (68.1% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Booker’s Rye delivers the intense barrel-strength character associated with Booker’s Bourbon while showcasing a bold, mature rye profile. Its one-time production, remarkable age, extremely high proof, and connection to Booker Noe have made it one of the most collectible modern releases from the Beam portfolio.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBooker’s Rye offers an intensely concentrated combination of sweetness, spice, fruit, and mature oak. Aromas of dark caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, toasted nuts, herbs, and seasoned oak lead into a powerful palate of molasses, dark fruit, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla, tobacco, and rich rye spice. Despite its formidable 136.2 proof, layers of sweetness and mature barrel character provide balance before a \u003cstrong\u003elong, powerful finish\u003c\/strong\u003e of caramel, pepper, baking spice, tobacco, and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, toasted nuts, herbs, seasoned oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molasses, dark fruit, cinnamon, black pepper, vanilla, tobacco, bold rye spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e  • \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and powerful with caramel, pepper, baking spice, tobacco, and mature oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What is Booker's Rye Limited Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is a one-time \u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e released by the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in 2016 and commonly known as Booker’s Rye “Big Time Batch.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How old is Booker's Rye?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBooker’s Rye was aged for \u003cstrong\u003e13 years, 1 month, and 12 days\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an unusually mature American rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• What proof is Booker's Rye Limited Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is bottled uncut and unfiltered at an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e136.2 proof, or 68.1% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Why is it called Big Time Batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe release was nicknamed \u003cstrong\u003e“Big Time Batch”\u003c\/strong\u003e in honor of Booker Noe, reflecting his larger-than-life personality and legacy within the Beam family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Is Booker's Rye collectible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. Its \u003cstrong\u003esingle 2016 release, 13-year age statement, 136.2-proof presentation, and direct connection to Booker Noe\u003c\/strong\u003e have made it one of the most sought-after collectible Beam whiskeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How should Booker's Rye be enjoyed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat or with a few drops of water\u003c\/strong\u003e. At 136.2 proof, adding water can help reveal additional layers of caramel, dark fruit, vanilla, rye spice, and mature oak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Booker's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44650450616423,"sku":null,"price":2999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Booker_s_Rye_Limited_Edition_750mL.webp?v=1789708665","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/bookers-rye-limited-edition-750ml","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}