{"product_id":"voliere-straight-rye-whiskey-minnesota-craft-spirit","title":"Voliere Straight Rye Whiskey Minnesota Craft Spirit","description":"Voliere Straight Rye Whiskey is a 95.8-proof Minnesota craft spirit that showcases the bold, spicy character rye grain brings to American whiskey. Distilled by Voliere Spirits in Saint Paul, this straight rye delivers the assertive grain-forward profile that's making rye whiskey the darling of cocktail culture and whiskey enthusiasts seeking something beyond bourbon's sweetness.\n\nVoliere Spirits represents the new wave of Midwest craft distilling, where traditional American whiskey-making meets modern artistic expression. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the distillery combines time-honored grain-to-glass production with eye-catching design, evident in their signature artistic bird motifs and vibrant label aesthetics that make their bottles as conversation-worthy as the liquid inside.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh grain, black pepper spice, dried herbs, subtle vanilla oak, hint of citrus peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold rye spice, cinnamon bark, toasted grain, light caramel, peppery heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with lingering spice, warm grain, and gentle oak tannins\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\u003e47.9% (95.8 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (No Age Statement)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoliere Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaint Paul, Minnesota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\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\u003eCocktail Experimentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal 100ml size for testing rye's impact in Manhattans, Old Fashioneds, and Sazeracs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidwest Whiskey Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering the unique character of Minnesota grain and water sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRye Whiskey Education:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect introduction to straight rye's spicy, grain-forward profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Spirit Discovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting innovative American craft distilleries with artistic flair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Voliere Straight Rye Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoliere Straight Rye delivers classic rye whiskey character with bold grain spice, black pepper, and cinnamon notes balanced by subtle vanilla and oak. The Minnesota distillation brings a clean, crisp quality that lets the rye grain shine through without being overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Voliere Straight Rye good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely - this rye's assertive spice profile makes it excellent for classic whiskey cocktails like Manhattans and Old Fashioneds where you want the grain character to stand up to other ingredients. The 95.8 proof provides good backbone for mixing without being harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Voliere Straight Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry it neat first to appreciate the grain-forward character, then experiment with a splash of water to open up the flavors. In cocktails, it shines in spirit-forward drinks where rye's spice can complement bitters and vermouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 100ml bottle size worth it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100ml format is perfect for trying new craft spirits without committing to a full bottle, making it ideal for whiskey exploration or testing how different ryes perform in your favorite cocktails before investing in larger formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Minnesota rye whiskey different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinnesota's cold climate and quality grain sources contribute to clean, crisp flavor profiles in their whiskeys. Voliere represents the state's growing craft distilling scene, combining traditional American rye production with Midwest ingredients and modern artistic presentation.\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":"Voliere","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42112181764151,"sku":"VSRWMCS","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_c0b42197-ebab-4014-8286-3114150812b5.jpg?v=1771350452","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/voliere-straight-rye-whiskey-minnesota-craft-spirit","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}