WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia

WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey

$599.00
Overview

WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey is patiently matured for 18 years. Its Double Malt mash bill pays tribute to the use of malted grain by early American farmers to support fermentation. A 79% rye base delivers bold, peppery spice, while 15% malted rye adds soft floral and earthy character. The remaining 6% malted barley contributes rich, sweet, toasted notes.

Bold yet delicate, complex yet elegant, this expression spans a broad flavour spectrum. It is a distinctive choice for memorable toasts and a considered addition to a whiskey collection. Each annual edition of Double Malt Rye is crowned with a bespoke glass stopper handmade in Vermont.

Product Details

WhistlePig 18 Year Old Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey is an 18-year-old rye distilled in Canada and bottled in Vermont. Its mash bill combines 79% rye, 15% malted rye and 6% malted barley, balancing peppery spice with floral, earthy and sweet toasted notes. Matured in American oak, this 750ml release is bottled at 46% ABV.

Attribute Detail
Brand WhistlePig
Producer WhistlePig, 
Country and region Vermont, USA
Style Straight rye whiskey
Mash bill 79% rye, 15% malted rye, 6% malted barley
Age statement 18 years
ABV 46%
Cask type American oak
Bottle size 750ml
Release type Limited annual edition
Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet, with toasted oak, berries and nutmeg.

Palate: Spicy and gently fruity, with a floral touch, followed by vanilla and oak as it opens in the glass.

Finish: Long, clean and spicy.

What sets this bottle apart
  • A full 18 years of maturation.
  • A Double Malt mash bill incorporating both malted rye and malted barley.
  • Rye spice rounded by extended time in oak.
  • Released in limited annual editions with a bespoke Vermont-made glass stopper.
  • Bottled at 46% ABV for flavour and balance.
Distillery Information

WhistlePig's story began with the purchase of a Vermont farm in 2007. After several years of planning, the team committed to crafting distinctive rye whiskeys. With help from Master Distiller Dave Pickerell, they discovered and purchased a stock of 10-year-old blending whiskey in Canada. That initial stock laid the foundation for WhistlePig's rye whiskey journey.

Awards & Recognition

2023: Gold Medal, New York World Wine & Spirits Competition.

Who this bottle is for
  • Rye enthusiasts seeking an older, more refined alternative to familiar 10-year-old expressions.
  • Collectors seeking a limited annual rye release distilled in Canada and bottled in Vermont.
  • Bourbon drinkers interested in the influence of extended ageing on rye whiskey.
  • Those choosing a special-occasion bottle to share.
How to enjoy

  • Enjoy neat to explore the character developed over 18 years.
  • Add a few drops of water to suit your preference and explore the fruit and vanilla notes.
  • Allow a few minutes in the glass for the oak and vanilla to develop.

Why we curate it

WhistlePig 18 Year Old offers an opportunity to explore mature rye whiskey with a distinctive Double Malt mash bill. Its spice, gentle fruit and rounded texture make it a considered top-shelf choice for collectors and special occasions.