Vinifera American Rye Whiskey Tasting

Rye whiskey stands as America's original spirit, predating bourbon and shaping our nation's early drinking culture. From Pennsylvania to Maryland, rye was the cornerstone of American distilling before nearly vanishing during Prohibition. Today, we celebrate rye's impressive comeback through four outstanding examples that showcase its distinctive spicy character. Join us on Saturday, May 31st for an afternoon of sampling rye whiskeys and learning the history and distilling techniques still used today. Expect expert isntruction, heavy discussion, and light appetizers.

Sazerac Rye Famous - Inspired New Orleans' classic cocktail, featuring clove, vanilla, anise, and pepper notes with a smooth, licorice-tinged finish.

Rittenhouse Rye - A traditional Pennsylvania-style rye offering cocoa, citrus, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla in perfect balance.

Angel's Envy Rye Rum - A cask-finished innovation presenting citrus, caramel, maple, vanilla, and hazelnut notes with sweet rum influence.

Thomas H. Handy - Powerful, lush, and boldly spicy. Flavors of toffee, fig cake, and candied fruit, followed by mint, cinnamon and clove. The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg. Long and warm.

Join us to explore how rye whiskey continues to influence American spirits culture through these exceptional expressions!