New York Distilling - Ragtime 3 Year Old Rye - 45.2% abv

At the dawn of a new century, before the turbulence of Prohibition, the stalwarts of saloons and brothels alike were Ragtime and Rye. In this time to ask for a whiskey cocktail meant a hearty Rye in hand – bold, slightly spicy and full of warm flavor. New York Distilling Company’s Ragtime rye whiskey has long been anticipated by cocktail and rye whiskey enthusiasts around the world. Well wait no longer, Ragtime Rye is ready to enjoy! Using a mashbill of 72% rye (which was specially grown for NYDC in New York State), 16% corn and 12% malted barley, then matured for at least three years in 53 gallon American oak barrels. If the destiny of nations depends on cultural nourishment then ours may rest, in fulfillment, with Ragtime and Rye.