Minor Case Straight Rye Sherry Cask 90 Proof is a whiskey that bridges generations, a tribute from the Beam family to their ancestor Minor Case Beam, a pre-Prohibition distiller whose legacy lives on in every drop. It’s a rye that honors tradition but isn’t bound by it, finishing in sherry casks for a touch of sweetness and elegance. What you get is a rye that tells a story, bold, heartfelt, and beautifully balanced between spice and refinement.

Minor Case Straight Rye Sherry Cask 90 Proof 75cl
Brand: Limestone Branch Distillery | Category: Straight Rye Whiskey | ABV: 45% (90 Proof) | Origin: Kentucky, USA | Vol: 750ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Sweet and spicy with aromas of dried fruit, caramel, and baking spice. Hints of sherry-soaked raisins, orange peel, and toasted oak lend richness and warmth.
Palate: Smooth and full-bodied. Classic rye spice, clove, cinnamon, and cracked pepper, melds beautifully with notes of butterscotch, dark cherry, and sweet wine. The sherry cask finish rounds the edges, giving it a silky, dessert-like complexity.
Finish: Long, warm, and slightly sweet. Lingering impressions of fruit, spice, and oak fade gracefully, leaving a soft honeyed glow.

Production Details:
Minor Case begins with a carefully crafted straight rye whiskey, distilled and aged in new charred American oak barrels. It is then finished in sherry casks, which impart notes of dried fruit, sweetness, and depth to the spirit. Bottled at 90 proof, it balances the spice of rye with the richness of fortified wine, a technique that adds elegance without losing its bold Kentucky roots.

Perfect For:
Rye enthusiasts looking for something distinctive yet refined. Ideal for quiet evenings, elegant gatherings, or anyone who appreciates the harmony between spice and subtle sweetness.

Expert Notes:
Whiskey experts describe Minor Case as “rye for the romantic”, praised for its smooth texture, layered flavor, and sherry-kissed finish. It’s a masterclass in how finishing can transform rye from fiery to symphonic.

Customer Reviews:
“The sherry finish makes it smooth and rich, spicy but perfectly balanced.”   Mark D.
“Beautifully crafted. Sweet fruit and rye spice in perfect harmony.”   Leah F.
“This is my favorite rye for slow sipping, complex, comforting, and just plain delicious.”   Jacob S.

Interesting Fact:
Minor Case Beam was a respected distiller before Prohibition ended his craft. His family carried on his spirit through generations, eventually founding Limestone Branch Distillery. This whiskey is named in his honor, a salute to his unfinished legacy, completed in spirit.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat or with a single cube to open the fruit and spice. For a cocktail twist, try it in a Manhattan, the sherry finish adds luxurious depth to the vermouth and bitters.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 2011 by brothers Stephen and Paul Beam, Limestone Branch Distillery in Lebanon, Kentucky, represents a lineage that combines the Beam and Dant whiskey families. Every bottle they produce is crafted with small-batch precision and deep respect for their roots. Minor Case Rye stands as one of their most personal creations, a whiskey that honors history, family, and the artistry of American rye.