{"product_id":"brothers-wright-high-rye-coal-mine-aged-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Brothers Wright High Rye Coal Mine Aged Bourbon Whiskey","description":"Brothers Wright High Rye Coal Mine Aged Small Batch Bourbon is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey aged 4 years, 6 months, and 3 days in the abandoned depths of Pike County's Leckie Collieries Mine No. 1. Bottled at 103.5 proof with a high-rye mash bill of 70% corn, 20% rye, and 10% malted barley, this innovative expression challenges traditional aging methods by harnessing the controlled temperature and pressure of underground chambers.\n\nDeep beneath the rolling hills of Aflex, Kentucky, Brothers Wright Distilling Co. transforms the 1913 Leckie Collieries Mine into America's most unique rickhouse. Where coal once powered the nation's growth, charred oak barrels now rest in darkness, creating bourbon unlike any other. This underground terroir produces expressions that evolve through careful experimentation, redefining what Kentucky bourbon can become in the depths of Appalachian stone.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charred oak and coal dust, honeyed rye spice, vanilla custard, toasted grain, mineral earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppery rye bite, caramelized brown sugar, leather and tobacco, roasted nuts, underground cave coolness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long finish with lingering rye spice, oak tannins, sweet vanilla, and subtle mineral notes reminiscent of ancient stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51.75% (103.5 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Years, 6 Months, 3 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrothers Wright Distilling Co.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAflex, Pike County, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70% Corn, 20% Rye, 10% Malted Barley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoal Mine Aged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sip neat while pondering the underground mysteries that shaped this unique bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey enthusiast gatherings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share the story of America's first coal mine-aged bourbon with fellow collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon and branch:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mineral complexity pairs beautifully with Kentucky limestone water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mark memorable moments with this one-of-a-kind expression of American innovation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Brothers Wright High Rye Coal Mine Aged Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon offers a distinctive flavor profile shaped by underground aging, featuring peppery rye spice balanced with caramelized sweetness and unique mineral notes. The nose reveals charred oak and coal dust aromatics, while the palate delivers rye bite complemented by leather, tobacco, and an almost cave-like coolness that's truly distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does coal mine aging affect the bourbon's flavor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoal mine aging creates controlled temperature and pressure conditions impossible to replicate above ground. The consistent cool environment and mineral-rich atmosphere impart subtle earthy notes and slow the extraction process, creating more complex interactions between spirit and wood while adding distinctive mineral characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon good for cocktails or best enjoyed neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 103.5 proof with high rye content, this bourbon excels both neat and in cocktails. Sip it neat to fully appreciate the unique coal mine terroir, or use it in an Old Fashioned where the rye spice and mineral complexity add depth to classic cocktail profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Brothers Wright different from other Kentucky bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrothers Wright is the only distillery aging bourbon in an abandoned coal mine, creating an entirely unique maturation environment. The underground facility in Pike County's former Leckie Collieries Mine offers unprecedented control over temperature and pressure, producing flavor profiles impossible to achieve in traditional rickhouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store this bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore upright in a cool, dark place away from temperature fluctuations. Unlike its underground aging environment, avoid extreme temperatures or direct sunlight. Once opened, consume within 1-2 years for optimal flavor, though the high proof helps preserve the whiskey's character longer than lower-proof expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brothers Wright","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43322069483594,"sku":"BWHRCMABW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_208b902c-5949-4f93-8ccf-bed0df6e2fb1.jpg?v=1771348553","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/brothers-wright-high-rye-coal-mine-aged-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}