Rittenhouse Bottled-In-Bond Straight Rye 50% 70cl is a whiskey with history in every drop, a proud revival of Pennsylvania’s legendary rye tradition. Named after Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square, this rye captures the robust, spicy spirit that once defined American whiskey before Prohibition. Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, it honors the 1897 Bottled-in-Bond Act, a guarantee of authenticity, quality, and strength. It’s old-school rye, crafted the right way.

Rittenhouse Bottled-In-Bond Straight Rye 50% 70cl
Brand: Rittenhouse | Category: Straight Rye Whiskey | ABV: 50% | Origin: Kentucky, USA | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Rich caramel, dark fruit, and cocoa with bold rye spice and a touch of charred oak.
Palate: Powerful and balanced, notes of baking spice, toffee, orange peel, and pepper blend with sweet vanilla and grain warmth.
Finish: Long and warming, layers of cinnamon, oak, and bittersweet chocolate linger with satisfying depth.

Production Details:
Crafted in accordance with Bottled-in-Bond standards, Rittenhouse is distilled in one season, by one distiller, at one distillery, and aged for at least four years in federally bonded warehouses before bottling at 100 proof (50% ABV). Its high-rye mash bill delivers classic spice and intensity, while Heaven Hill’s barrel expertise adds smoothness and structure, a perfect balance of heritage and craft.

Perfect For:
Perfect for purists who crave authenticity and strength. Ideal for sipping neat or as the foundation of iconic cocktails like the Manhattan, Old Fashioned, or Whiskey Sour.

Expert Notes:
Lauded by whiskey critics as “the benchmark rye for bartenders and enthusiasts alike,” Rittenhouse Bottled-in-Bond is prized for its power, structure, and versatility, a rye that performs equally well neat or mixed.

Customer Reviews:

“Classic rye spice with real depth, a whiskey lover’s rye.”
“Punchy, flavorful, and beautifully balanced for 100 proof.”
“You can’t beat the quality for the price, it’s a legend.”

Interesting Fact:
The Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897 was America’s first consumer protection law for spirits, ensuring purity, proof, and authenticity. Rittenhouse remains one of the few ryes still proudly bearing that designation today.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat for its robust intensity or with a few drops of water to reveal its sweetness. It’s the perfect base for a Sazerac, Boulevardier, or any cocktail that demands a whiskey with real backbone.

Distillery Background:
Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, America’s largest independent, family-owned distillery, Rittenhouse Rye carries forward a legacy that began in Pennsylvania’s Monongahela Valley. It’s a rye that honors tradition without compromise, bold, honest, and built to last.