{"product_id":"thomas-h-handy-sazerac-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 2022 130.9 Proof 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"351\"\u003eThomas H. Handy Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 2022 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold, uncut, and unfiltered rye from the world-renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Named after \u003cstrong data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eThomas H. Handy\u003c\/strong\u003e, the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac cocktail, this 2022 release continues his legacy of strength, spice, and unapologetic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003eDistilled from a \u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"698\"\u003ehigh-rye mash bill\u003c\/strong\u003e and aged for over \u003cstrong data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"730\"\u003esix years\u003c\/strong\u003e in new charred American oak barrels, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e2022 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e was bottled at a formidable \u003cstrong data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e130.9 proof (65.45% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e. True to the Handy tradition, it delivers explosive flavor—packed with cinnamon, clove, toffee, and oak—balanced by a long, spicy finish. A standout of the Antique Collection, it exemplifies the craftsmanship and intensity that define elite American rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of baking spice, toasted oak, caramel, and citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold and full-bodied with flavors of rye spice, honey, dark chocolate, and brown sugar balanced by toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and warm with lingering notes of pepper, cinnamon, and toffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eQ: What makes the Thomas H. Handy 2022 release unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eA: It’s part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003ecask strength (130.9 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e without filtering or dilution for pure, unrestrained rye flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eQ: What is the proof or ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eA: The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e2022 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003e130.9 proof (65.45% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eQ: How long is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eA: Aged for over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003esix years\u003c\/strong\u003e in new charred American oak barrels at Buffalo Trace Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eQ: What does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eA: Expect explosive rye spice complemented by caramel, oak, citrus, and honeyed sweetness with a long, spicy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eQ: How rare is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eA: Extremely rare—only a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003elimited number of bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e are released annually as part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eBTAC series\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a top-tier collector’s item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eQ: How should I enjoy Thomas H. Handy Rye?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eA: Best savored neat or with a drop of water to open its layers of spice, oak, and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sazerac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41687824334951,"sku":"088004000035","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Thomas_H._Handy_Sazerac_Straight_Rye_Whiskey_2022.webp?v=1761882457","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/thomas-h-handy-sazerac-straight-rye-whiskey","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}