Dark Arts Whiskey House 7 Year Rye: Pineau des Charentes Cask Finish (Cask Strength)

Unleash the extraordinary with Dark Arts Whiskey House 7-Year Kentucky Straight Rye, a rare, cask strength expression aged for 7 years and finished in Pineau des Charentes wine casks. Bottled at a bold 57.6% ABV (115.2 proof), this limited edition whiskey is handcrafted in Kentucky and embodies alchemical mastery with every pour.

This expression blends 95% rye and 5% malted barley, and showcases the artistry of Dark Arts' blending team. Inspired by ancient alchemists and bottled by Dark Arts Whiskey House in Sparta, Kentucky, this small batch release (bottle #69 of 420) transforms grain, fire, and time into what the distillers call “liquid gold.” It's an exceptional choice for rye enthusiasts, collectors, and those seeking the intersection of bold flavor and mystical presentation.

Key Features:

• Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey aged 7 years

• Finished in Pineau des Charentes wine casks

• Bottled at cask strength – 57.6% ABV (115.2 proof)

• Mash bill: 95% rye / 5% malted barley

• Small batch release – individually numbered bottles

• Distilled & bottled in Sparta, Kentucky by Dark Arts Whiskey House

• Alchemy-inspired label design and storytelling

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Dried stone fruit, leather, herbal rye spice, hints of red wine

• Palate: Rich and warming with dark berries, baking spice, oak, and honeyed malt

• Finish: Long, dry, and spicy with complex wine cask influence and sweet tannins

How to Enjoy:
Sip neat to experience its full cask strength intensity, or add a splash of water to open up layers of complexity. This is a contemplative pour ideal for seasoned whiskey drinkers and connoisseurs of rye.

FAQ:

Q: What is Pineau des Charentes and why is it used for finishing?
It’s a French fortified wine made from grape must and Cognac eau-de-vie. These casks impart a delicate, fruity richness and subtle tannins, adding depth to the spicy rye base.

Q: Is this a limited edition whiskey?
Yes, each bottle is individually numbered and released in small batches — this one is from bottle 69 of just 420.

Q: Is this whiskey chill filtered or diluted?
No, it is bottled at cask strength and non-chill filtered to preserve full flavor and mouthfeel.