Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye Chinquapin Barrel

Bold, balanced, and beautifully complex — the 2025 Heaven Hill Grain to Glass® Specialty Barrel Series Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey represents the pinnacle of Heaven Hill’s grain-to-glass craftsmanship. As part of the inaugural Specialty Barrel Series, this limited-edition rye is fully aged for six years in Chinquapin Oak barrels, a rare American white oak species prized for its rich vanillin content and layered sweetness. Distilled from a 63% Rye, 24% Corn, and 13% Malted Barley mashbill, this whiskey was barreled at 107 proof and bottled non-chill filtered, capturing the pure essence of grain and wood in perfect harmony. The Chinquapin Oak imparts a luxurious depth — aromas of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and brown sugar lead into a palate of caramelized spice, citrus zest, and honeyed oak, finishing long with pepper, cocoa, and toffee warmth. Each bottle is presented in a custom 700ml design embossed with “Family Owned Since 1935,” featuring a distinctive jewel-toned label, gold-coin cork insert, and a transparency panel detailing the corn varietal, mashbill, and distillation year. This expression honors Heaven Hill’s continued dedication to transparency, sustainability, and the art of maturation. Tasting Notes: • Nose: Cocoa, roasted coffee, and dark fruit with hints of toasted oak • Palate: Bold rye spice balanced by butterscotch, honey, and caramelized orange peel • Finish: Long, warming finish with notes of chocolate, oak, and baking spice Details: • Type: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey • Series: Heaven Hill Grain to Glass® Specialty Barrel Series • Barrel Type: Chinquapin Oak • Aged: 6 Years • Proof: 107 (Non-Chill Filtered) • Mashbill: 63% Rye | 24% Corn | 13% Malted Barley • Distilled & Bottled by Heaven Hill Distillery, Bardstown, KY • Release Year: 2025