Van Winkle Family Reserve 13 Year Old Rye 750mL
Van Winkle Family Reserve 13 Year Old Rye 750mL
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Van Winkle Family Reserve 13 Year Old Rye 750mL is one of the most prized rye whiskies in the world, crafted by the legendary Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery in partnership with Buffalo Trace. Aged for 13 years in new charred American oak barrels, this Kentucky straight rye embodies the perfect balance between maturity, spice, and smoothness.
Bottled at 95.6 proof (47.8% ABV), Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye offers a flavor experience that has achieved near-mythical status among collectors and connoisseurs. Originally rumored to have been distilled at the historic Medley and Stitzel-Weller distilleries, this rye’s deep heritage and limited production make it one of the rarest and most coveted releases in the Van Winkle portfolio. Complex, rich, and velvety, it’s a rye that defines excellence in American whiskey craftsmanship.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Aromas of rich caramel, oak, vanilla, and baking spice with subtle notes of tobacco and leather.
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Palate: Smooth and layered with flavors of brown sugar, dark chocolate, rye spice, and toasted oak.
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Finish: Long, warm, and luxurious with lingering notes of spice, caramel, and dry oak.
FAQs
Q: What makes Van Winkle Family Reserve 13 Year Old Rye special?
A: It’s an aged rye whiskey matured for 13 years, originally sourced from rare old stocks tied to the Stitzel-Weller era, and bottled under the prestigious Van Winkle Family Reserve label.
Q: What is the proof or ABV?
A: Bottled at 95.6 proof (47.8% ABV)—strong yet exceptionally smooth.
Q: Where is it made?
A: Produced by the Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery and bottled by Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Q: What is the flavor profile?
A: Expect rich layers of caramel, dark fruit, rye spice, and oak balanced by vanilla sweetness and velvety texture.
Q: Is this a limited release?
A: Yes—Van Winkle 13 Year Rye is released annually in extremely small quantities, with allocations highly sought after by collectors.
Q: How should I enjoy it?
A: Best savored neat or with a single drop of water to open its complex spice and caramel notes.
Q: How does it compare to Pappy Van Winkle bourbons?
A: While Pappy bourbons emphasize wheat smoothness, this rye highlights spice and oak complexity, making it a bold yet refined counterpart.