{"product_id":"the-mallet-9-year-straight-rye-whiskey-100-proof-indiana","title":"The Mallet 9 Year Straight Rye Whiskey 100 Proof Indiana","description":"The amber light filtering through an Indiana rickhouse catches the grain of weathered wood as the craftsman raises his mallet — that same deliberate force lives in every drop of The Mallet 9 Year Straight Rye Whiskey. This 100-proof Indiana rye delivers the bold, spicy character that earned American rye its reputation, with nine patient years in barrel tempering raw grain into liquid fire.\n\nFrom the grain fields of Indiana comes this testament to traditional rye whiskey making, where time-honored distillation meets innovative techniques. The Mallet embodies the craftsman's philosophy — that raw materials, shaped with skill and patience, become something greater than the sum of their parts.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charred oak, black peppercorn, dried orange peel, vanilla bean, clove spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rye spice surge, caramel sweetness, cinnamon bark, toasted grain, leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering pepper heat, oak tannins, sweet tobacco\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\u003eStraight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 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\u003e9 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArcas Concepts LLC, North Charleston, SC\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\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience the full force of this 100-proof rye by the fireside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elevates a Manhattan or Old Fashioned with bold rye character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for those seeking authentic American rye tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e A conversation starter for gatherings of discerning drinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does The Mallet Straight Rye Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet delivers bold rye spice upfront with black pepper and cinnamon, balanced by caramel sweetness and vanilla from nine years in oak. At 100 proof, it provides substantial heat and complexity that showcases classic American rye character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Mallet good for cocktails or better neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 100-proof rye excels in both applications. The high proof and spicy profile make exceptional Manhattans and Old Fashioneds, while neat sipping reveals the full complexity of its nine-year maturation and Indiana grain character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink The Mallet Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a small pour neat to appreciate the full 100-proof intensity, then add a few drops of water if desired to open up the flavors. For cocktails, use standard proportions — the bold character will shine through without overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Indiana rye whiskey distinctive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndiana rye benefits from the region's grain quality and continental climate, producing whiskeys with pronounced spice character. The Mallet represents this tradition with traditional distillation methods combined with innovative aging techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Mallet worth the price for a 9-year rye?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 9-year straight rye at 100 proof, The Mallet offers excellent value with substantial age statement and full-strength bottling. The combination of maturity, proof, and bold rye character delivers complexity typically found in more expensive 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":"The Mallet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43340651790410,"sku":"TM9YSRW100PI","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_e05a4486-c40f-478c-b85c-51bbab0dc089.jpg?v=1771955320","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/the-mallet-9-year-straight-rye-whiskey-100-proof-indiana","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}