Dark Arts 7 Year Kentucky Straight Rye Finished in Calvados Cask
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Dark Arts Whiskey House unveils a rare and experimental rye release: a 7-Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey finished in Calvados casks. Distilled and matured in Kentucky, then bottled at a bold cask strength of 57.6% ABV (115.2 proof), this limited edition rye whiskey is a striking fusion of American rye grain spice and the refined sweetness of French apple brandy barrel finishing.
The Calvados cask finish infuses this high-proof straight rye with vibrant orchard fruit—baked apple, spiced pear, and honeyed citrus—that perfectly complements its peppery rye backbone. Crafted for the adventurous whiskey drinker, this non-chill filtered small batch rye brings boldness and finesse into perfect balance.
Only 420 bottles were produced as part of Batch #001, making this a highly collectible rye whiskey for fans of barrel-finished rye, limited releases, and cask strength expressions.
🔑 Key Features:
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7-Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey – Aged to develop deep spice and structure
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Finished in Calvados Casks – Rare French apple brandy barrel influence
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Cask Strength – 57.6% ABV / 115.2 Proof – Full-bodied and undiluted
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Non-Chill Filtered – Preserves oils, flavor, and texture
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Limited Edition – Only 420 bottles produced (Batch #001)
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Distilled and Bottled in Sparta, Kentucky by Dark Arts Whiskey House
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750ml Bottle – Small Batch American Rye
🥃 Tasting Notes:
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Nose: Stewed apples, clove, baking spice, leather, and toasted oak
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Palate: Spiced apple pie, cinnamon bark, soft vanilla, and honeyed rye grain
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Finish: Long, warming finish with orchard fruit, oak tannin, and lingering herbal spice
💡 How to Enjoy:
Best enjoyed neat to savor the full cask strength impact, or with a splash of water to reveal deeper notes of fruit, baking spice, and apple brandy character. A perfect pairing for charcuterie boards, apple tart, or aged cheese.
❓FAQ:
Q: What is Calvados and how does it affect the whiskey?
Calvados is a French apple brandy, and its casks lend orchard fruit notes, floral complexity, and gentle sweetness that round out the bold spice of rye.
Q: Is this a limited release?
Yes—only 420 bottles were produced for Batch 001, making this a small batch collectible rye whiskey.
Q: Is it diluted or chill-filtered?
No, it’s non-chill filtered and bottled at full cask strength, offering maximum flavor intensity and texture.
