Description
To celebrate ten years of setting the standard for ultra-premium craft rye, WhistlePig released the PiggyBank Rye. This highly allocated, limited-edition bottling is a tribute to both the brand’s heritage and its playful, rebellious spirit. Inside the whimsical packaging is a robust, higher-proof expression of the award-winning 10-year-old straight rye whiskey blend that put the Vermont distillery on the map.
The Bold 110-Proof Blend
While WhistlePig’s standard 10-year-old rye is bottled at 100 proof, the PiggyBank Edition steps up the intensity. Bottled at 110 proof (55% ABV), this uncut-style strength coaxes out deeper, richer wood sugars, vibrant citrus oils, and a heavier baking spice presence. The result is a viscous, full-bodied dram that showcases the absolute best characteristics of well-matured straight rye whiskeys.
The Famous Berkshire Pig Decanter
The star of this release is undoubtedly the custom-molded, 1-liter glass decanter. Modeled after WhistlePig’s signature Berkshire pig mascot, the bottle stands horizontally on four legs and is uniquely designed to pour from the tail (sealed with a premium cork stopper). It is a legendary conversation starter, a highly sought-after display piece for any back bar, and once empty, makes the ultimate functional piggy bank.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Fresh and aromatic. Punchy rye spice, fresh dill, and cooling mint are layered with caramelized sugar, dark cherry, and a rich background of toasted oak.
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Palate: Big, oily, and mouth-coating. Sweet honey, vanilla bean, and maple syrup are quickly met by a wave of warming black pepper, ginger, cloves, and orange marmalade.
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Finish: Immensely long and satisfying. A sweet trail of butterscotch and dark chocolate slowly yields to a dry, lingering finish of cinnamon, leather, and toasted oak.
The Perfect Gift & Collector’s Piece
Combining award-winning, 10-year-old high-proof rye with one of the most unique and collectible bottle designs in the entire spirits industry, the WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye is a spectacular gift for whiskey lovers, a must-have for decanter collectors, and a standout centerpiece for your home bar.
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