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French Oak Harvest Rye

French Oak Harvest Rye is the third release in a limited, four-part, collectible series from Hard Truth Distilling Co. and Mellencamp Whiskey Company.

The unique mash bill was first featured in the original Harvest Rye (fall 2023) and is composed of 100% Indiana-grown rye and corn.

This expression, rested in new, charred French Oak barrels, offers additional dimension to that first release. The French Oak shifts the flavor dynamic, leaning into and highlighting fruit-forward notes within the whiskey.

French Oak Harvest Rye
French Oak Harvest Rye

Spirit Specs

  • Finished in French Oak
  • Mashbill of 72% Rye and 28% Corn
  • Bottled at 104 proof (52% ABV)
  • Small batch (36 barrels)

  • Appearance

    Auburn

  • Aroma

    Toasted marshmallow, vanilla, rye spice, candied apricot

  • Taste

    Rich brûléed sugar flows into apricot marmalade, cracked black pepper, and vanilla

  • Finish

    Citrus peel and clove fade to deep oak, cherry, and a warming black pepper finish

This whiskey builds beautifully on our mission to produce great whiskeys in collaboration with Hard Truth and the local farmers that will produce the highest quality regional flavor profiles.

Hud Mellencamp, Mellencamp Whiskey Co.
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