{"product_id":"whistle-pig-12-year-old-finished-in-maple-creme-brulee-cask-rye-whiskey","title":"WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an exceptionally distinctive limited-release rye that pairs WhistlePig’s mature whiskey character with an indulgent, dessert-inspired cask finish. Aged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and finished in a specialty \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple Crème Brûlée Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Bespoke Barrel expression brings together classic rye spice with layers of maple syrup, caramelized sugar, vanilla custard, toasted oak, and warming baking spice. Bottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e format, it delivers an elegant balance between mature rye structure and decadent sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhistlePig’s Bespoke Barrel program is built around customization and experimental finishing, allowing select expressions of its mature rye whiskey to develop distinctive secondary-cask personalities. WhistlePig’s official Reserve Barrel program includes its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 Year Old World Cask Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as the foundation for bespoke creations, with the 12-year rye bottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86 proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Maple Crème Brûlée expression is made from a mash bill of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94% rye and 6% malted barley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and receives its defining finish in a specialty Maple Crème Brûlée Cask. The finishing treatment softens some of rye whiskey’s sharper spice while introducing richer notes of maple, toasted sugar, creamy vanilla, and dessert-like sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose opens with generous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaple syrup, bananas Foster, toasted brown sugar, and cinnamon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, backed by mature oak and rye spice. The aromatics are rich and inviting, balancing dessert-like sweetness with enough grain and spice to retain its unmistakable rye character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate, expect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egraham cracker, toasted sugar, crème brûlée, banana pudding, vanilla, caramel, cinnamon, and subtle fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by the peppery spice and structure characteristic of rye whiskey. Despite the maple-driven finish, the high-rye mash bill prevents the whiskey from becoming overly sweet, keeping the profile balanced and energetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finish is medium to lingering, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eicing sugar, burnt maple, caramelized oak, vanilla, and gentle rye spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gradually fading across the palate. The combination creates an expressive after-dinner whiskey that remains recognizably WhistlePig while exploring a much richer, sweeter side of mature rye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e especially compelling is the intersection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-year maturation, a 94% rye mash bill, limited Bespoke Barrel production, and an unconventional Maple Crème Brûlée Cask finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It offers collectors and rye enthusiasts a dramatically different interpretation of WhistlePig’s mature whiskey style while maintaining the spice and structure that keep the finish balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eneat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to experience the full maple and crème brûlée character, or add a few drops of water to reveal additional vanilla, toasted oak, and spice. It also works beautifully as an after-dinner pour alongside crème brûlée, pecan pie, banana pudding, dark chocolate, or roasted nuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a limited \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-year-old rye whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from WhistlePig’s Bespoke Barrel program, finished in a specialty \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaple Crème Brûlée Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to add maple, caramelized sugar, vanilla, and dessert-inspired richness to the mature rye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the key specs of WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe whiskey is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86 proof \/ 43% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750ml bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and is reported with a mash bill of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94% rye and 6% malted barley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat flavors characterize WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaple syrup, bananas Foster, toasted brown sugar, cinnamon, graham cracker, crème brûlée, banana pudding, vanilla, caramelized sugar, toasted oak, and classic rye spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow should you enjoy WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy it neat, with a few drops of water, or over a large cube. Its maple and caramelized-sugar character also makes it an excellent after-dinner whiskey and a luxurious foundation for a Rye Old Fashioned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts distinction comes from the combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-year-old mature rye, a high-rye 94% mash bill, 86-proof bottling, limited Bespoke Barrel presentation, and an unusual Maple Crème Brûlée Cask finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that balances maple sweetness and custard-like richness with WhistlePig’s signature rye spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden State - ABG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50053439521016,"sku":"80292","price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/WhistlePig12YearBespokeBarrelRyeWhiskeyMapleCremeBruleeCask.webp?v=1784912916","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/whistle-pig-12-year-old-finished-in-maple-creme-brulee-cask-rye-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}