Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Straight Rye Whiskey 2025 Edition is a Kentucky-born expression distilled at the historic Bernheim Distillery in Louisville and aged six years at Cox’s Creek. Crafted with a transparent grain-forward philosophy, this second release highlights Beck’s 6225 corn seed varietal alongside a rye-heavy mashbill, showcasing how Kentucky soil and careful maturation shape every bottle. Bottled in July 2025 at a robust 105.2 proof and left uncut by chill filtration, it delivers a bold yet refined rye character rooted in place and process.
The nose opens with deep amber richness, toasted oak, and almonds, leading into creamy orange marmalade, chocolate, and warm baking spice layered with nutmeg, white pepper, and honeyed sweetness. The finish lingers with orange oil, rye spice, crème brûlée, and charred oak, offering depth without losing balance. Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the spice and citrus, this rye rewards slow sipping and thoughtful appreciation, making it a standout for collectors and rye whiskey enthusiasts alike.