As malcontents, we're particular about our whiskey. When we decided to release a rye, we knew it had to be something special to live up to the amazing response received by our bourbon finished in port barrels. Angel's Envy Rye Finished in Rum Barrels is genuinely unique and worthy of Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson's legacy. The taste profile of rye whiskey was a perfect fit for a rum cask finish. After sampling over 100 rums to find the right flavor to complement rye whiskey, the team's decision was unanimous. Angel's Envy spends up to 18 months finishing in Caribbean rum casks, resulting in an immensely complex whiskey. The mingling of raw, spicy and earthy rye with the mellow sweetness of rum finishing creates an incomparably smooth and drinkable whiskey, even at 100 proof.

Redwood Empire Emerald Giant Rye is a highly regarded, budget-friendly craft rye whiskey produced by Redwood Empire Distilling in Sonoma County, California. It is a blend of aged rye (3-5 years) from Indiana (MGP), Kentucky, and their own distillery, known for a 95% rye mash bill, 90 proof, and a sweet, spicy profile that features notes of citrus, cinnamon, and pepper. Reddit r/bourbon.