Widow Jane Applewood Rye 750ml

Widow Jane Applewood Rye Whiskey

Age

Aged for approximately 4 to 6 years in new, charred American oak barrels.

Distillery

Crafted and bottled by Widow Jane Distillery in Brooklyn, New York, blending house-distilled rye with select sourced barrels.

Region

Distilled in the Hudson Valley and finished in Brooklyn, combining regional rye character with the distillery’s artisanal finishing methods.

Mash Bill

Rye-forward mash featuring 95% rye and 5% malted barley, designed for bold spice and vibrant grain character.

Finish / Process

After initial maturation, the whiskey is finished on applewood staves, infusing warm orchard aromas and mellow wood sweetness into the rye base.

ABV / Proof

Bottled at 47% ABV (94 proof)—balanced for full flavor with a smooth finish.

Description

Widow Jane Applewood Rye brings together classic rye intensity with nuanced fruit and wood notes. The applewood stave finishing process introduces orchard-inspired sweetness and aromatic complexity, producing a whiskey that feels both familiar and refreshingly novel. Its structure supports sipping neat or crafting elevated rye cocktails with a fruit-forward twist.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep amber with golden reflections and a clear, radiant sheen.

Aroma

Bright apple orchard notes intertwine with warm baking spices, vanilla custard, light cinnamon, and subtle toasted oak.

Palate

Creamy and vibrant: crisp apple sweetness, ground cinnamon, honeyed grain, light caramel, and gentle rye spice, layered over a soft herbal undertone.

Finish

Medium-to-long and warming: lingering orchard fruit, vanilla oak, mild clove, and a touch of soft rye heat.

Accolades

• Praised for its innovative finishing approach and fruit-enhanced rye profile

• Recognized for smooth balance and depth, appealing to both rye purists and flavor seekers

Summary

Widow Jane Applewood Rye delivers a refined and aromatic rye experience with orchard elegance. Bottled at 94 proof, it layers fresh apple orchard character over classic rye spice—perfect neat, over ice, or as a fruit-forward cocktail component.