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Sagamore Spirit’s 10-Year-Old Straight Rye Whiskey blends sweet and spice in a 110.8 proof limited release that showcases Maryland-style rye at its most refined. If you’re building a serious American whiskey collection, this one belongs on your radar. |
Welcome to Week 3 of Rye January!
Sagamore 10-Year Rye is a high-proof, long-aged rye whiskey from Sagamore Spirit’s Reserve Series.
This limited edition is aged for at least 10 years in new charred American oak and represents the distillery’s ongoing mission to bring Maryland-style rye whiskey back into the spotlight.
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Sagamore 10-Year is crafted using traditional Maryland rye techniques and proofed with limestone-filtered spring water.
Each release in the Reserve Series is hand-bottled and blended using carefully aged barrels that highlight the sweet-spice balance Maryland rye is known for.
This is a full-flavored rye that balances dessert sweetness with peppery spice.
Here’s what you can expect:
Nose: Peach crumble, roasted nuts, molasses cookie
Palate: Crème brûlée, floral honey, white pepper
Finish: Lingering and warm, with a clean, spiced fade
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Maryland-style rye whiskey typically leans softer and sweeter than its spicier Kentucky or Pennsylvania counterparts.
Sagamore is one of the few brands actively reviving this historical style, with an emphasis on smooth finishes, balanced grain bills, and regional ingredients.
Sagamore Spirit has built a reputation for excellence, earning over 200 international awards, including “World’s Best Rye Whiskey” in 2019.
This 10-Year-Old release reflects the distillery’s commitment to age, quality, and regional revival—making it a standout bottle for seasoned rye drinkers and newcomers alike.
If you’re looking for a rye that brings mature complexity, sweet-spice balance, and a regional story into one pour... yes.
Sagamore 10-Year Rye is an excellent cold-weather sipper and a smart addition to any top-shelf whiskey rotation.
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