Dad's Hat Pennsylvania Rye - Finished in Port Wine Barrels

$159.00
Overview

Straight Rye Whiskey · Port Wine Barrel Finish · Pennsylvania, USA · 50% ABV (100 Proof)

Dad's Hat Pennsylvania Rye Finished in Port Wine Barrels is a bold, modern take on classic Pennsylvania rye. After traditional rye maturation, the whiskey is finished in Port wine barrels, layering dark fruit, cocoa, and softness over Dad's Hat's signature rye backbone.

Crafted in small batches and bottled at 100 proof, this is a flavour-forward rye built for drinkers who enjoy intensity, balance, and thoughtful finishing.

Product Details

Traditional Pennsylvania rye matured and then finished in Port wine barrels, layering dark fruit and softness over a bold, spice-driven rye backbone.

Category American Whiskey
Cask Finish Port wine barrels
Style Straight Rye Whiskey (Port Wine Barrel Finish)
Region Pennsylvania, USA
Distillery Dad's Hat Rye Distillery
Mash Bill 80% rye, 15% malted barley, 5% malted rye
ABV 50% (100 Proof)
Bottle Size 750ml
Tasting Notes

Nose: Dark fruit, dried cherry, cocoa, and warm rye spice with a hint of vanilla.

Palate: Bold rye spice up front, then Port-driven sweetness with notes of plum, dark chocolate, and a touch of oak.

Finish: Long and warming, with lingering spice, dried fruit, and a soft wine sweetness.

What sets this bottle apart
  • Port wine barrel finish adds dark fruit richness and softness
  • Built on a traditional Pennsylvania rye style, bold and spice-driven
  • Bottled at 100 proof for structure and intensity
  • Small-batch production with hands-on finishing
  • A distinctive alternative to bourbon-style finished ryes
Distillery Information

Dad’s Hat Rye Distillery has been at the forefront of the Pennsylvania rye revival, focusing on traditional mash bills, bold flavour, and transparency. Their finishing program is used sparingly and intentionally, enhancing, not masking, the underlying rye character. The Port Finish expression reflects this philosophy, delivering balance through contrast.

Who this bottle is for

Dad’s Hat Port Finish Rye is ideal for rye lovers seeking something different, bourbon drinkers stepping into rye via familiar wine sweetness, and enthusiasts who enjoy finished whiskies with clear character. It’s particularly appealing to those who like bold flavours balanced by thoughtful cask influence.

How to enjoy

Best enjoyed neat or with a small splash of water to open it up. Works beautifully as an after-dinner pour, and holds its own in a rich Old Fashioned or Manhattan where the Port finish can really come through.

Why we curate it

At Bourbon Brothers, we recommend Dad's Hat Port Finish Rye for customers who want:

  • A rye whiskey with genuine finishing character, not just a label claim
  • Bold Pennsylvania rye spice balanced by Port-driven dark fruit sweetness
  • A 100 proof bottle with structure and intensity
  • Something different from the usual bourbon-heavy shelf

If you like finished whiskies with clear character and a proper rye backbone, this one is worth your time.