Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey 750mL

Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey

Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Blended with Apple Brandy | 50% ABV (100 Proof) | 750mL | 70% Chicken Cock Rye & 30% Laird’s Apple Brandy | Limited Release

Process & Profile

Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey is a limited American whiskey collaboration that brings together two historic American spirits houses: Chicken Cock Whiskey, founded in 1856, and Laird & Company, whose apple brandy heritage dates back to 1780. This release blends Kentucky straight rye whiskey with Laird’s apple brandy, creating a bold, fruit-driven spirit that bridges rye whiskey spice with classic American apple brandy depth.

The blend is made from 70% Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey and 30% Laird’s Apple Brandy, with both components aged a minimum of four years before blending. Bottled at 100 proof, Old Glory delivers enough structure for rye whiskey drinkers while adding a rounder orchard fruit sweetness from the apple brandy. It is limited to 12,000 bottles nationally, giving it strong collector and gifting appeal.

The profile opens with orchard fruit, ginger, and toasted oak before moving into honey, clove, ripe pear, baked red apple, cracked coriander, red apple skin, and a subtle mint lift. For customers looking for a unique rye whiskey blend, an apple brandy whiskey crossover, or a patriotic bottle celebrating American distilling history, Chicken Cock x Laird’s Old Glory is a standout release.

Tasting Notes

• Orchard fruit, ginger, and toasted oak on the nose
• Honey, clove, ripe pear, and baked red apple
• Rye spice with rounded apple brandy sweetness
• Cracked coriander and red apple skin
• Subtle mint lift with warm spice
• Lingering finish with honey, oak, apple, and rye spice

What Makes It Special

• Collaboration between Chicken Cock Whiskey and Laird & Company
• Blends two historic American spirits traditions
• Made with 70% Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
• Includes 30% Laird’s Apple Brandy for orchard fruit depth
• Both components aged a minimum of four years
• Bottled at 100 proof for bold structure and balance
• Limited release of 12,000 bottles nationally
• Signature Chicken Cock honeycomb glass bottle with rooster and bald eagle label artwork
• Strong choice for rye drinkers, apple brandy fans, collectors, and patriotic whiskey gifting

How to Enjoy

Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey is best enjoyed neat in a whiskey glass so the rye spice, apple brandy sweetness, toasted oak, honey, pear, and baked apple notes can open gradually. Let it rest briefly before sipping to allow the fruit and spice to settle into balance.

A large ice cube can soften the 100 proof structure and bring forward more apple, honey, caramel, and oak. For cocktails, this blend works especially well in an Old Fashioned, Manhattan-style drink, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier, or apple whiskey highball. Its apple brandy component also makes it a natural fit for fall cocktails, holiday pours, and drinks with bitters, lemon, cinnamon, maple, ginger, or apple cider.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey taste like?
   Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory tastes bold and fruit-forward, with orchard fruit, ginger, toasted oak, honey, clove, ripe pear, baked red apple, cracked coriander, red apple skin, rye spice, and subtle mint.
2. What proof is Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey?
   Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory is bottled at 50% ABV, which equals 100 proof.
3. What is Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory made from?
   Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory is made from 70% Chicken Cock Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey and 30% Laird’s Apple Brandy, with both components aged a minimum of four years.
4. Is Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory a limited release?
   Yes. Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory is a limited release of 12,000 bottles nationally.
5. Where can I buy Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey?
   You can buy Chicken Cock x Laird's Old Glory Apple Brandy Blended Rye Whiskey directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for limited whiskey releases, rye whiskey, apple brandy blends, and premium spirits.