What Makes a Rye Whiskey

What Makes a Rye Whiskey

Whisky education from Whisk(e)y Advent 2025 (2025-12-01). Summary below; full write-up with sources and images: calendar/2025-12-01.qmd.

American rye mirrors bourbon’s rules but requires >=51% rye and can be made anywhere. Expect pepper and spice, subtle fruit, herbal notes (dill, mint) and oak/vanilla.