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Dad's Hat Pennsylvania Rye - Finished in Port Wine Barrels
Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye Finished in Port Wine Barrels is a bold, modern take on classic Pennsylvania rye, blending assertive spice with rich, wine-driven sweetness. 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, this is a flavour-forward rye designed for drinkers who enjoy intensity, balance, and thoughtful finishing.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Distillery | Dad’s Hat Rye Distillery |
| Country / Region | USA – Pennsylvania |
| Style | Straight Rye Whiskey (Finished) |
| Mash Bill | 80% rye, 15% malted barley and 5% malted rye |
| ABV | 50% (100 Proof) |
| Cask Finish | Port wine barrels |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Chill Filtered | No |
| Release | Small Batch |
What Sets This Rye 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
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
- Excellent as a contemplative after-dinner pour
- Shines in a rich, wine-influenced Old Fashioned or Manhattan
Provenance & Credibility
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.
Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye Finished in Port Wine Barrels is a bold, modern take on classic Pennsylvania rye, blending assertive spice with rich, wine-driven sweetness. 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, this is a flavour-forward rye designed for drinkers who enjoy intensity, balance, and thoughtful finishing.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Distillery | Dad’s Hat Rye Distillery |
| Country / Region | USA – Pennsylvania |
| Style | Straight Rye Whiskey (Finished) |
| Mash Bill | 80% rye, 15% malted barley and 5% malted rye |
| ABV | 50% (100 Proof) |
| Cask Finish | Port wine barrels |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Chill Filtered | No |
| Release | Small Batch |
What Sets This Rye 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
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
- Excellent as a contemplative after-dinner pour
- Shines in a rich, wine-influenced Old Fashioned or Manhattan
Provenance & Credibility
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.