Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey Winter Dram Tawny Port 750mL

Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish

Rye Whiskey | 57.5% ABV (115 Proof) | 750 mL | Hudson Valley, New York

Process & Profile

Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish is a limited, seasonal-style rye release built for deep, cold-weather sipping. The whiskey is matured in new American oak and then finished in Tawny Port casks, adding layers of dark fruit and rounded sweetness that soften and complement classic rye spice.

This “Winter Dram” bottling is released at a bold 115 proof, giving it intensity and structure while still allowing the port finish to show through in the mid-palate and finish.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramel, vanilla, winter fruit, raisin, and a hint of cocoa

• Palate: Rye spice up front, followed by dark fruit, maple-like sweetness, and toasted oak

• Finish: Long, warming, and layered with lingering spice, dried fruit, and gentle tannin

What Makes It Special

• Finished in Tawny Port casks for rich dried-fruit depth

• Bottled at 115 proof for concentrated flavor and a warming finish

• A “winter pour” style rye designed for sipping

• Balances rye spice with port-influenced fruit and sweetness

• Great for collectors and rye fans looking for a limited, higher-proof expression

How to Enjoy

Pour neat in a Glencairn to capture the aromatics, then add a few drops of water if you want to open up more fruit and soften the heat. It also works well over a single large cube, especially if you prefer a slower, cooler sip. Pair it with dark chocolate, spiced desserts, or aged cheese.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish?
   Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish is a higher-proof rye whiskey finished in Tawny Port casks for added dried-fruit depth and smoothness.

2. What is the alcohol content of Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish?
   Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish is bottled at 57.5% ABV (115 proof).

3. How does the Tawny Port finish change Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish?
   The Tawny Port finish adds notes that can lean toward raisin, fig, and dark fruit, rounding the rye spice and enhancing the mid-palate.

4. How should I serve Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish?
   Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish is best neat, with a small splash of water, or over a large ice cube to slow the proof and open the aromatics.

5. Where can I buy Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish?
   You can purchase Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey “Winter Dram” Tawny Port Finish directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium and limited-release spirits.