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Pinhook<\/span><\/a> has announced the launch of its Vertical Series Rye 9 Year, marking the sixth edition in this distinctive aging experiment and coinciding with International Whiskey Day celebrations this month.<\/span><\/p>\n Blended from just 20 barrels, this year\u2019s release represents the most limited offering in the series to date. The expression showcases a complex profile featuring candied licorice, oatmeal cookie, clove, and burnt toffee. On the palate, tasters can expect baked apricots, lychee, candied cinnamon, and lavender honey.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cWe continue to be impressed by how our Vertical Series Rye is showing, and this last release is something really special\u2014maybe even the best yet,\u201d said Sean Josephs, co-founder and master distiller of Pinhook Bourbon. \u201cThe flavors and aromas have really developed into something unique, the nuances have been surprising. It will be a \u2018must have\u2019 for rye lovers and a \u2018must try\u2019 for anyone who loves the world of whiskey.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n In a significant update, Pinhook has decided to extend the Vertical Series from its original 12-year plan to 16 years total. This decision comes after monitoring the unique aging characteristics of the whisky.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cWhen we started this journey, we thought it would be wonderful to follow the arc of nine years to study how the liquid changes,\u201d Josephs said. \u201cHowever, we still see these barrels changing and feel like the best is yet to come. So, we decided to extend the Vertical Series from 12 to 16 years.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n The extension will result in fewer bottles being available for each subsequent release, increasing the exclusivity of future editions.<\/span><\/p>\n The Vertical Series uses MGP-distilled whiskey with a mashbill of 95% rye and 5% barley. This year\u2019s release is bottled at cask strength, coming in at 111.2 proof.<\/span><\/p>\n Though the distillate originates from MGP, the aging process has taken place at <\/span>Castle & Key<\/span><\/a> in Frankfort, Kentucky, where Pinhook has maintained a distilling partnership since 2017. According to Josephs, the unique environment at Castle & Key has played a crucial role in the development of the whiskey.<\/span><\/p>\n The aging warehouse conditions at Castle & Key are described as cold and humid, creating a slower, less extractive aging process. This environment has allowed the whiskey to develop complex flavors without excessive wood influence that might be present in traditional metal rick houses.<\/span><\/p>\n Pinhook\u2019s Vertical Series Rye 9 Year carries a suggested retail price of $89.99. It is available through Pinhook\u2019s text-to-buy platform (833-332-2118), its website, and select retailers nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nPinhook Vertical Series Extension Announced<\/span><\/h2>\n
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