{"product_id":"middle-west-spirits-dark-pumpernickel-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"Middle West Spirits Dark Pumpernickel Straight Rye Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eMiddle West Spirits Dark Pumpernickel Straight Rye Whiskey is America's first dark pumpernickel rye whiskey, bottled at cask strength 125.5 proof from single barrels aged over three years in new white American oak. This groundbreaking expression from Columbus, Ohio showcases the distinctive character of dark pumpernickel rye grain with bold spice and rich bread complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in the heart of the Ohio River Valley, Middle West Spirits has earned recognition for pioneering innovative grain expressions that honor traditional American whiskey-making while exploring uncharted territory. Their commitment to handcrafted excellence and unique mash bill compositions has positioned them as one of the most exciting craft distilleries in the Midwest, with this dark pumpernickel rye representing their most audacious creation yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark bread crust, caraway seed, toasted rye grain, vanilla oak, warming baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich pumpernickel bread, black pepper, cinnamon bark, caramelized grain, honey sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long with lingering rye spice, oak tannins, dark bread notes\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\u003e62.75% (125.5 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\u003eOver Three Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle West Spirits LLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColumbus, Ohio, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Pumpernickel Rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew White American Oak Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial Designation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Strength Single Barrel\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\u003eSerious Whiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Own a piece of American whiskey history with this first-of-its-kind expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience the full intensity of dark pumpernickel grain at cask strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore innovative grain bills that push rye whiskey boundaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share something truly unique that sparks conversation and curiosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Middle West Spirits Dark Pumpernickel Rye taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey tastes like liquid pumpernickel bread with intense rye spice character. The dark pumpernickel grain creates rich bread crust flavors complemented by caraway-like spice, black pepper, and warming baking spices, all amplified by the cask strength bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Middle West Dark Pumpernickel good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 125.5 proof, this whiskey is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to unlock its complex flavors. The high proof and unique grain bill make it too intense for most cocktails, though adventurous bartenders might use it sparingly in spirit-forward drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Middle West Dark Pumpernickel Rye?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink this cask strength rye neat in a Glencairn glass, adding a few drops of water to open up the flavors if desired. Let it rest for a few minutes to allow the alcohol heat to settle and reveal the distinctive pumpernickel bread character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this rye whiskey special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is America's first dark pumpernickel rye whiskey, featuring an unprecedented grain bill that creates bread-like flavors never before achieved in American whiskey. The single barrel, cask strength bottling preserves the full intensity of this innovative grain expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is similar to Middle West Dark Pumpernickel Rye?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like this whiskey due to its unique dark pumpernickel grain bill. Rye whiskey enthusiasts who enjoy Michter's US*1 Rye or WhistlePig expressions will appreciate the bold spice character, though the bread-like pumpernickel notes are entirely unique.\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":"Middle West Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48985250988272,"sku":"MWSDPSRW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_7a0b03b0-db87-425b-9cdc-5ae6fdba0f9c.jpg?v=1773504488","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/middle-west-spirits-dark-pumpernickel-straight-rye-whiskey","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}