This is a milestone release for Sagamore Spirit their oldest rye to date and it shows. The10 years of aging in new, charred American white oak barrels give it depth and maturity beyond their standard offerings. It balances dessert-sweet notes (crme brle, honey) with rye spice (white pepper), offering a rich, flavorful, and complex sipping experience. While powerful (110.8 proof / 55.4%), it still retains balance and finesse. Best enjoyed neat or with just a splash of water to open it up.

Origins & Craftsmanship

• Part of Sagamore Spirits Reserve Series a line for their premium, limited, age-statement or special releases.

• Aged in new charred American white oak barrels for at least 10 years.

• Bottled at 110.8 proof (55.4% ABV).

• Grain to glass philosophy: Sagamore emphasizes control over the process, tying into Marylands rye legacy.

Tasting Profile

Element Notes Nose / Aroma Peach crumble, roasted nuts, molasses cookie aromas that evoke baked dessert richness. Palate / Taste Rich dessert character: crme brle, floral honey, sweet oak, underlying spice, balanced oak influence. Finish Lingering white pepper spice, warmth, and lingering oak and sweetness.

Food & Pairings

• Desserts: Crme brle, pecan pie, bread puddingdessert flavors mirror the whiskys built-in sweetness.

• Nuts & Dried Fruit: Roasted almonds, walnuts, dried apricots or figs.

• Meats / Savory: Smoked or roasted pork, grilled meats with caramelized glazes, charred vegetables.

• Cheese: Aged cheeses that can stand up to spice and oakaged Gouda, sharp cheddar, or an alpine cheese.

Quick Overview

Feature Detail Name Sagamore Spirit Reserve Series 10-Year-Old Straight Rye Whiskey Type Straight rye whiskey Age 10 years in new charred oak Proof / ABV 110.8 proof / 55.4 % ABV Style / Character Rich dessert & oak notes plus rye spice; mature and well-balanced Best Served Neat or with a tiny drop of water; in whiskey-forward cocktails where you want strength & complexity