The Stoli Group, has today announced the launch of a new straight rye whiskey expression, from its Kentucky Owl brand.
Kentucky Owl - The Wiseman Straight Rye (50.4% ABV) which
has been made using a mash bill of 95% rye, was produced using casks selected by
Kentucky Owl Master Blender John Rhea.
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| Kentucky Owl - The Wiseman Straight Rye |
This latest release from the Bardstown, Kentucky based brand, is said to have a rich and spicy nose with hints of fresh rye bread and slight hints of sweet caramel and cinnamon. Followed by notes of rye bread, buttered cinnamon toast and walnut on the palate.
The Wiseman Straight Rye, now joins Kentucky Owl’s The
Wiseman Bourbon, which launched in September 2021, and was named one of Whisky
Advocate's Top 20 whiskies of the year.
Commenting on the news, Nik Keane, Global Category Leader at
Stoli Group, said: "Following the successful launch and customer response
to our Kentucky Owl The Wiseman Straight Bourbon, we're delighted to quickly
follow this with the launch of Kentucky Owl The Wiseman Rye. We're confident
our customers will also love this product — it is exciting times ahead with
Kentucky Owl."
Kentucky Owl - The Wiseman Straight Rye, will be available next
month from specialist retailers in the US, for a RRP of $60.00 – 750ml.
Posted by Steve Rush