Willett Family Estate 10 Year Single Barrel Rye #1515 "Decade Neat" 103.6 Proof

Willett Family Estate 10 Year Single Barrel Rye “Decade Neat” #1515

Straight Rye Whiskey | 51.8% ABV (103.6 Proof) | 178 Bottles Available | 750 mL

Process & Profile

This rye is a single-barrel selection from Willett’s own estate collection, aged precisely 10 years. Drawing from a mash bill of approximately 74% rye, 11% corn, and 15% malted barley, the whiskey is bottled at barrel strength 103.6 proof—showcasing the raw character of a decade’s maturation in charred American oak. Each barrel (#1515 in this case) offers a unique tasting experience reflective of both the age and cask profile.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Refined caramel, dried orchard fruits, black pepper, leather, and toasted oak
Palate: Rich rye spice with notes of dark cherry, figs, wintergreen, spice cake, and a hint of tobacco
Finish: Dry, bold, and lingering—peppery rye warmth with oak tannins and nutmeg

What Makes It Special

• Single-barrel bottling (#1515) ensuring unique character

• Aged a full decade for deeply developed flavor

• Cask strength at 103.6 proof preserves the whiskey’s full intensity

• Mash bill (74/11/15) delivers bold rye spice balanced by sweetness

• Part of Willett’s prestigious Family Estate line, a collector favorite

How to Enjoy

Serve neat or with a drop of water in a Glencairn glass to reveal layers of spice and oak. It also makes an impressive rye-forward cocktail, such as a robust Manhattan or Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What’s the proof and ABV?
   Bottled at 103.6 proof (51.8% ABV).

2. Is this from a single barrel?
   Yes—each bottle comes from barrel #1515.

3. How long is it aged?
   Matured for 10 years in charred oak.

4. What is the mash bill?
   Approximately 74% rye, 11% corn, and 15% malted barley.

5. Is it limited release?
   Yes—only a small number of bottles available from this barrel.

6. Should I add water?
   A few drops can help open up the flavor without diluting complexity.