WhistlePig Old World Series Marriage 12 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey

Tasting Notes

The nose opens with rich aromas of dried fig, honey, and dark cherry, lifted by notes of vanilla, caramel, and baking spice. On the palate, flavors of toffee, raisin, and orange zest mingle with cinnamon, nutmeg, and hints of dark chocolate. The wine cask finishes bring a velvety sweetness that complements the rye spice, creating a smooth, balanced profile. The finish is long and graceful, with lingering notes of fruit, oak, and warm spice.

Food Pairings

Starter Prosciutto with figs or dates, enhancing the whiskey’s fruit-driven depth.

Main Course Roast duck with cherry glaze, perfectly matched by the whiskey’s spice and dark fruit notes.

Cheese Blue cheese or aged gouda, balancing the rye’s sweetness and spice.

Dessert Bread pudding with raisins or flourless chocolate cake, echoing the whiskey’s cocoa, dried fruit, and caramel richness.