{"product_id":"whistlepig-12-year-bespoke-barrel-maple-creme-brulee-cask-rye-whiskey","title":"WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-6\"\u003eWhistlePig's limited Bespoke Barrel series takes a playful turn with this 12-year straight rye, finished in custom casks that once aged the Vermont distillery's own house maple syrup. The result pours like dessert in a glass: toasted sugar, maple cream, vanilla custard, and caramel layered over warm oak and a backbone of rye spice, closing long and sweet with torched sugar and polished warmth. Bottled at an easy-sipping 86 proof, it's a standout for rye lovers with a sweet tooth and a memorable find for anyone who collects WhistlePig's more inventive releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eWhistlePig, based in Shoreham, Vermont, starts this limited release with rye whiskey aged for 12 years. It is then finished in proprietary Maple Brûlée casks, custom barrels made from casks that once aged WhistlePig's own house maple syrup. Bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV), it balances rich, dessert-inspired sweetness with the spice of mature rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eToasted sugar and maple cream lead, followed by soft vanilla custard and a hint of warm oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThe palate brings caramelized sugar, caramel, and creamy vanilla custard layered over a backbone of rye spice and seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eLong and sweet, with lingering maple, torched sugar, vanilla cream, oak spice, and polished rye warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eThis bottle belongs to WhistlePig's Bespoke Barrel series, a set of limited expressions built from the distillery's 12-year rye program, with each release exploring a different barrel finish. Here the finish comes from casks tied to WhistlePig's own maple syrup, which gives the whiskey a distinctly Vermont character and a crème brûlée-like richness. Because it sits outside the core lineup, it's a sought-after pick for collectors and rye enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eSip it neat or with a few drops of water to open up the maple and custard notes. A single large ice cube softens the spice while keeping the sweetness front and center. It pairs well with desserts like crème brûlée, pecan pie, or a simple cheese plate, and it also stands on its own as an after-dinner pour.\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 WhistlePig 12 Year Bespoke Barrel Rye Maple Crème Brûlée Cask?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt's a limited-edition straight rye whiskey from WhistlePig of Shoreham, Vermont, aged 12 years and then finished in custom Maple Brûlée casks. It's part of WhistlePig's Bespoke Barrel series, which explores a different barrel finish with each release.\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 this whiskey?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eIt carries a 12-year age statement and is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV) in a 750 mL bottle. It's a limited 2026 release rather than part of WhistlePig's core lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eExpect toasted sugar, maple cream, vanilla custard, caramel, and warm oak over a backbone of rye spice. The finish is long and sweet, with lingering maple, torched sugar, vanilla cream, and oak spice.\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 enjoy it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eSip it neat or with a splash of water or a single large ice cube to open up the maple and custard notes. It also pairs well with desserts like crème brûlée or pecan pie, or can elevate a rich Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003ch4 class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhat makes this release special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe finishing casks are custom barrels that previously aged WhistlePig's own house maple syrup, adding a distinctive dessert-like sweetness to mature 12-year rye. As a limited Bespoke Barrel expression, it's a collectible bottle for rye fans and WhistlePig enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Garden State - ABG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67750550503672,"sku":"80470","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/WhistlePig12YearBespokeBarrelRyeWhiskeyMapleCremeBruleeCask_53571334-5741-4dd4-8753-37ea8d328f8c.webp?v=1792528621","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/whistlepig-12-year-bespoke-barrel-maple-creme-brulee-cask-rye-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}