Rittenhouse Bottled-in-Bond Straight Rye Whisky is a distinguished expression of classic American rye whiskey heritage, bottled at a robust 50% ABV (100 proof). Crafted with a traditional mash bill of 51% rye, 37% corn, and 12% malted barley, this whisky expertly balances bold spice with subtle sweetness, delivering a rich and complex tasting experience.
Produced by Heaven Hill at the historic Bernheim Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky, Rittenhouse preserves the pre-Prohibition Pennsylvania style rye legacy with a contemporary Kentucky influence. It is aged for a minimum of four years in federally bonded warehouses, adhering strictly to the Bottled in Bond Act requirements, which guarantees authenticity, quality, and consistency.
The aroma is confident yet refined, featuring fresh cracked pepper, wildflower honey, rye grass, and citrus peel, accented by delicate notes of stone fruit including peach and underripe apricot, alongside hints of leather and caramel. On the palate, the whisky reveals a compelling interplay of rye spice, dark cocoa, toasted cereal, and anise, rounded by the sweetness of corn and lifted by the malted barley’s texture. The finish is long and clean, tapering gracefully on baking spices, dry oak, and a subtle walnut shell nuance.
Rittenhouse is renowned for its versatility and reliability, making it a favorite among bartenders for crafting classic cocktails like the Manhattan and Sazerac. However, it also stands on its own as a richly flavored sipper, offering complexity without pretense.
Key Features:
- Born in pre-Prohibition Pennsylvania and produced by Heaven Hill in Kentucky since 1935
- Bottled in Bond certification ensuring single distilling season, aged in federally bonded warehouses
- Aged a minimum of four years and bottled at 100 proof
- High rye mash bill delivering a classic bold rye character
This whisky has earned numerous accolades, including Double Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2021, 2023) and a World’s Best American Whiskey award from the World Whiskies Awards (2010). It also holds high ratings such as 93 points from the International Wine & Spirit Competition (202
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