Pinhook 'Rye Humor' Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey

Every fall Pinhook features an annual vintage of Pinhook Bourbon and Pinhook Rye, each of which is inspired by a thoroughbred horse. Each blend is as unique as the horse on the label. “Pinhooking” refers to an old Kentucky term for purchasing young thoroughbreds, holding them until they mature, and selling them when they are ready to run. Successful pinhooks – much like whiskey - are made on instinct, experience, an appreciation of quality, and a little luck. Pinhook bourbons and ryes are handcrafted to reflect the richness of the Kentucky soil and the character of its beautiful horse country. Limited to a blend of only 65 barrels, this Rye Humor Cask Strength release is the first edition of barrel proof straight rye whiskey from Pinhook. Blended by Sean Josephs at Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort, KY the average age of the barrels is around 4 years old. You can expect deep and dense aromas of dark chocolate, candied black licorice, and vanilla extract, followed by robust flavors of raisins, tobacco, cinnamon stick, and sarsaparilla.

Pinhook 'Rye Humor' Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Bright and deep nose with notes of Creme Brûlée, orange zest, and toasted coconut.

Palate: Rich and harmonious flavors of pralines, brioche, cocoa, and candied cinnamon.

Finish: Flavorful and lingering finish with notes of pear, honey, and pepper, plus a light spicy outro.

Distillery Information

Castle & Key was built by thoughtful people who had the courage to follow their convictions.

In 1887, legendary distiller Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr built a new kind of distillery destination in Millville, Kentucky. The groundbreaking site featured unique architectural elements including a castle, a classical springhouse, and sunken gardens. What he built became the birthplace of bourbon tourism.

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