1792 Kentucky Straight Rye is the first-ever rye whiskey released under the 1792 brand, built from rye sourced across three regions and fermented with the distillery's signature bourbon yeast, bottled at 100 proof.
Produced at Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, this is the first straight rye ever released under the 1792 label, expanding the brand beyond the bourbons it is known for. Master Distiller Ross Cornelissen developed it using rye sourced from Canada, Europe, and the northern United States — Canadian rye brings floral character, northern U.S. rye contributes peppery spice, and European rye adds bready, herbal depth. Rather than a neutral whiskey yeast, Barton ferments it with the brand's signature bourbon yeast, adding a fruit-forward sweetness that balances the spicy rye grain. Bottled at 100 proof, chosen after maturation trials for the best balance of spice, oak, and fermentation character. The exact mash bill has not been publicly disclosed.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Warm baking spices, spiced fruit jellies, floral rye, and subtle sweetness.
Palate: Assertive rye spice, cinnamon candy, rich molasses, pepper, and gentle fruit.
Finish: Long and structured, with mulling spices, sweet oak, black pepper, and lingering cinnamon.
Specifications
Producer: Barton 1792 Distillery, Bardstown
Style: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (first 1792 rye release)
Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
Grain Sourcing: Canada, Europe, northern United States
Region: Kentucky, USA
Size: 750mL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1792 Kentucky Straight Rye?
It is the first straight rye whiskey released under the 1792 brand, produced at Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky.
What proof is it?
100 proof (50% ABV).
What is the mash bill?
Barton has not publicly disclosed the exact mash bill, but confirms the rye is sourced from Canada, Europe, and the northern United States.
