True Vermont Rye whiskey made from Vermont grain. Never sourced. From the award winning distillers of Barr Hill spirits.
Phyllis™ Rye Whiskey tells the story of a journey we began a decade ago, to use the still to create economic value for our farmer partners and to be good stewards of the land. After years of patiently waiting, we’re proud to share it with you.
Unlike many in the industry, every drop of Phyllis Rye Whiskey is made using 100% Vermont-grown grains, reflecting our Landcrafted® mission to reconnect cocktail culture to agriculture.
Hand crafted mindfully in small batches, Phyllis Rye Whiskey is available in limited quantities only at our distillery in Montpelier, VT or online here.
PHYLLIS™ & THE WIDE OPEN FIELD
Our very first release of Phyllis Rye Whiskey in December of 2023. This special single barrel balanced strong rye character with rich oak notes and hints of baking spice, with a velvety, lingering finish.
This one-time bottle sold out in just a few days. Watch for our next single barrel release.
Phyllis™ & Her Walk in the Woods Series
Phyllis & Her Walk in the Woods is a series of distinctly Vermont rye whiskeys harmonizing the flavors and terroir of local agriculture with cask finishes from around the world.
The 2024 series begins with our signature Phyllis Rye Whiskey blend, composed of some of our oldest barrels made in our original Hardwick distillery and some of our favorite barrels produced in our new distillery in Montpelier that showed exceptional character.
A secondary maturation in wine casks from some of the finest wine making regions of the world plays a balancing act to the abundant rye spice, adding layers of depth and complexity. The whiskey’s journey through different oak casks leaves it nuanced and transformative – like we find ourselves after a Walk in the Woods.
All of the grain for Phyllis Rye Whiskey, including the Walk in the Woods series, is grown in Vermont.
– Double Oaked, the first 2024 release, with a secondary aging in a Moscatel barrel
Our first release, Double Oaked, is redolent of the strong Vermont Rye character that is the hallmark of Phyllis. Rich chocolatey and peppery notes are softened by the secondary aging in a Moscatel barrel and traces of grape come forward.
Tasting Notes:
Abundant Vermont rye spice and fruity top notes, with warm pastry and spiced cookie aromas.
84% Vermont Rye
16% Vermont Barley
100 Proof / 50%ABV
– Port Cask, the second 2024 release, with a secondary aging in a Ruby Port barrel
For the second release in this series, we finished Phyllis Rye Whiskey for 9 months in ruby port wine casks. Gritty rye spice melds beautifully with the jammy, dark fruit wine notes.
Tasting Notes:
Bold rye spice with layers of black cherry, fig jam and dark caramel aromas.
84% Vermont Rye
16% Vermont Barley
100 Proof / 50%ABV
– Tokaji Cask Finished, the third 2024 release, with a secondary aging in a Tokaji barrel
Our third release of Phyllis & Her Walk in the Woods did a secondary aging in a Tokaji (a Hungarian dessert wine) barrel. The result is a balance of rich rye character with dried fruit and honeyed notes.
Tasting Notes:
Rich and fruity, with aromas of fresh baked cake and candied orange and lingering toffee and vanilla on the finish.
84% Vermont Rye
16% Vermont Barley
100 Proof / 50%ABV
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