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Sunday, September 27, 2026

1911 Straight Rye Whiskey - A Terrific Light, Fresh Rye Whiskey

1911 Straight Rye Whiskey is a small-batch American whiskey produced by 1911 Established (part of Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards) in LaFayette, New York. Crafted by a historic New York State orchard, this expression uses predominantly local grains. Aged in American white oak No. 3 char barrels inside a temperature- and humidity-controlled rickhouse (probably four years or so), this whiskey is made using the classic American rye techniques. 

1911 Straight Rye Whiskey is a premium small batch 100% rye whiskey that begins with big notes fresh cut rye grass, oven-baked bread, and cereal. Also on the nose, and on the palate, there's also notes of Granny Smith apple, young fresh cut pear, and a faint note of bright cherries. There are notes of tobacco, leather, Christmas spice, and a wisp of  wildflowers. There are also notes of ground white and black pepper, vanilla, toffee, and light wood

This is a young feeling, fresh rye whiskey. For those who like young, light, fresh rye whiskies, this is it! A terrific young whiskey. Perfect in a tumbler with one ice cube or in a cocktail. Easy drinking. 1911 Straight Light Whiskey is a terrific light, fresh rye whiskey.