Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 750ml

$199.00
Overview
Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey · 95% Rye Mash Bill · 45% ABV · 750ml

Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is made with Bardstown Bourbon Company from 95% rye and 5% malted barley. Matured in new charred American oak and bottled at 45% ABV, it is non-chill filtered.

Apple and citrus lead into pear, vanilla, butterscotch and spearmint, with peppery spice and a touch of honey on the finish. The revived Kentucky brand pairs its rye-led character with a heritage-inspired apothecary bottle.

Product Details

Production & Craftsmanship

Bardstown Bourbon Company makes Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey with a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. Bottled at 45% ABV and non-chill filtered, it combines peppery spice with fruit, vanilla and butterscotch.

Attribute Detail
Mash bill 95% rye, 5% malted barley
Maturation New charred American oak, char level 3
Filtration Non-chill filtered
Age statement No age statement

Product Details

Attribute Detail
Brand Chicken Cock
Producer Grain & Barrel Spirits, made with Bardstown Bourbon Company
Region Kentucky, USA
Style Kentucky straight rye whiskey
ABV 45% (90 proof)
Bottle size 750ml
Release Core range
Tasting Notes

Nose: Apple, citrus, toasted oak, pepper and cinnamon.

Palate: Pear, vanilla, butterscotch, spearmint and gentle white pepper.

Finish: Long and peppery, with a touch of honey.

What sets this bottle apart
  • 95% rye and 5% malted barley mash bill
  • Kentucky production with Bardstown Bourbon Company
  • Matured in new charred American oak, char level 3
  • Non-chill filtered and bottled at 45% ABV
  • Heritage-inspired apothecary bottle
Distillery Information

Chicken Cock was established in Paris, Kentucky, in 1856. Grain & Barrel Spirits founder Matti Anttila revived the brand in 2012, with master distiller Gregg Snyder helping guide its return.

This Kentucky straight rye is made with Bardstown Bourbon Company. Its heritage-inspired apothecary bottle connects the modern release with the brand's earlier identity.

Awards & Recognition

  • 92 Points (Exceptional) and Gold Medal, Beverage Testing Institute, 2022

Who this bottle is for

For rye drinkers who enjoy peppery spice balanced by fruit and vanilla, bourbon fans exploring a rye-led mash bill, and home bartenders looking for a Kentucky rye for classic cocktails. It also suits buyers interested in revived American whiskey brands.

How to enjoy

Try it neat to explore the fruit, vanilla and pepper. Add a little water to taste, or serve over a large ice cube. For cocktails, use it in a Manhattan or Sazerac.

Why we curate it

At Bourbon Brothers Australia, we choose Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye for the balance between its rye-led mash bill and its fruit, vanilla and butterscotch notes.

  • Peppery rye character with fruit and sweetness alongside
  • Kentucky production and a revived historic brand
  • Versatility for sipping and classic rye cocktails

A considered bottle for exploring Kentucky rye, whether neat or mixed.