{"product_id":"the-mallet-9-year-straight-rye-whiskey-100-proof-indiana","title":"The Mallet 9 Year Straight Rye Whiskey 100 Proof Indiana","description":"The Mallet Straight Rye Whiskey is a 9-year-aged Indiana rye whiskey bottled at 100 proof, delivering bold spicy character with traditional distillation methods. This premium rye combines time-honored techniques with innovative approaches to create a showstopper whiskey that lives up to its namesake's forceful impact.\n\nNamed after the classic wooden mallet used by skilled craftsmen to shape raw materials, this rye whiskey mirrors that tool's precision and power. Bottled by Arcas Concepts LLC in North Charleston, South Carolina, The Mallet represents the intersection of Midwest grain heritage and modern whiskey craftsmanship, creating a spirit that strikes the perfect balance between traditional rye spice and contemporary complexity.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black pepper spice, cinnamon bark, vanilla oak, dried orange peel, toasted rye grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold rye spice, caramel sweetness, dark chocolate, clove, leather, honey drizzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long finish with lingering black pepper, oak tannins, warm baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndiana, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArcas Concepts LLC, North Charleston, SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manhattan, Old Fashioned, and Sazerac where the rye spice shines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Savoring the complexity and 9-year maturation at full proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exploring Indiana's emerging rye whiskey scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft cocktail bars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding bold spice backbone to premium mixed drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does The Mallet Straight Rye Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet delivers bold, spicy rye character with black pepper and cinnamon leading the charge, balanced by caramel sweetness and vanilla oak from 9 years of aging. The 100 proof amplifies the traditional rye spice while maintaining smoothness from extended maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Mallet good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, The Mallet excels in cocktails thanks to its 100 proof strength and robust spice profile. The bold rye character holds up beautifully in Manhattans and Old Fashioneds, while the 9-year aging adds complexity that elevates any rye-forward cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink The Mallet Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet can be enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up the aromatics. For cocktails, use it as a substitute for any rye whiskey where you want more spice and complexity. The 100 proof makes it versatile for both sipping and mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes The Mallet different from other rye whiskeys?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mallet combines 9 years of aging with 100 proof bottling strength, creating more depth than younger ryes while maintaining the bold spice character rye lovers seek. The Indiana distillation brings Midwest grain quality to this carefully crafted expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Mallet Rye worth the price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 9-year aged rye at 100 proof, The Mallet offers excellent value compared to similar premium aged ryes. The combination of maturity, proof, and bold flavor profile delivers complexity typically found in higher-priced bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Mallet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42120028880951,"sku":"TM9YSRW100PI","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_5580b983-a936-47e7-9891-b21edb727c64.jpg?v=1771955288","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/the-mallet-9-year-straight-rye-whiskey-100-proof-indiana","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}