{"product_id":"the-senator-6-year-barrel-proof-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"The Senator 6 Year Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-6\"\u003eThe Senator 6 Year Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey comes from Proof and Wood's DC Collection. It's a small-batch mingling of select barrels of Indiana-distilled rye built on a bold 95% rye mash bill and bottled uncut at full barrel proof. Expect a bright nose of lemon meringue, a lively palate of Red Hots cinnamon and lemon zest, and a finish of light tobacco and citrus, with a depth that drinks beyond its years. Rye lovers who want high-rye spice with real complexity will find it a standout pour, whether sipped neat or opened up with a splash of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThe Senator Straight Rye is part of the DC Collection from Proof and Wood Ventures, the independent blending and bottling house founded by spirits veteran Dave Schmier. The whiskey is distilled at MGP in Indiana from a high-rye mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, then aged in new charred oak barrels for six years. Each small batch is a mingling of 10 to 20 select barrels, bottled at barrel proof without dilution, so strength varies from batch to batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eBright lemon meringue and lemon curd lead, layered with vanilla, chocolate brownie, and almond cream. Notes of rye toast, allspice, and a touch of new leather add depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThe palate is lively and assertive, with Red Hots cinnamon candy, lemon zest, and black pepper over a base of maple, vanilla, and light caramel. A splash of water draws out toffee, orange peel, and dark berry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eLong and warming, with lingering citrus, gentle tobacco, and a nutty, spiced character that drinks older than its years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThe near-pure rye mash bill delivers an intensely spicy, citrus-driven profile that barrel proof bottling preserves at full strength. The Senator has earned serious recognition, including Double Gold honors at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and top medals at the ADI International Spirits Competition. Each batch offers a slightly different expression of the same bold house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eSip it neat first to appreciate its full intensity, then add a few drops of water to open up the sweeter, fruitier layers. Its concentrated spice also makes it an outstanding base for a robust Manhattan or Sazerac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \u003cdiv class=\"mt-12\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2 class=\"mb-8\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat is The Senator 6 Year Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's a small batch, barrel proof straight rye whiskey from Proof and Wood Ventures' DC Collection, made from whiskey sourced from MGP in Indiana. Each batch is a mingling of select barrels aged in new charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat are the key specs of The Senator Barrel Proof Rye?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's made from a high-rye mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, and it's labeled as aged 6 years. Because it's bottled at barrel proof, the strength varies by batch, generally landing between about 112 and 121 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat does The Senator Rye taste like?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe brand describes lemon meringue on the nose, a lively palate of Red Hots and lemon zest, and a finish of light tobacco and citrus. Reviewers also note vanilla, toffee, orange peel, baking spice, and a long, warming finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eHow should I drink The Senator Barrel Proof Rye?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eTry it neat first, then add a few drops of water or a single large ice cube to soften the heat and bring out richer notes like chocolate and dark fruit. Its bold spice also stands up well in a Manhattan or Sazerac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat makes The Senator Rye special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's a high-rye MGP whiskey bottled at full barrel proof in small batches, so you get intense spice and citrus character with no dilution. It has also earned strong competition recognition, including Double Gold honors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bowler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67711618908408,"sku":"80450","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/Senator6yrRyeSummer2023_900x_72ed9366-f899-46ba-a0cd-6495df375b7c.webp?v=1792264239","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/the-senator-6-year-barrel-proof-straight-rye-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}