Willett 4 Years Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey 110,6 Proof 70 cl 55,3%

A young, powerful rye from the family's own stocks, bottled straight from the barrel.

Expert description

Willett 4 Year Old Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey is bottled in a small batch directly from the family's own stocks with no dilution, bottled at 55.3%. The Willett Distilling Company was founded in 1936 by brothers Thompson and Johnny Willett, who built the distillery on the family farm in Bardstown and ran off their first batch of whiskey on 17 March 1937. The family's roots in American distilling go back to 1792, when William Willett Jr. settled in Nelson County, and the distillery remains family-owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren today.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is spiced with rye, pepper and a hint of dark fruit.

Palate

The palate is powerful with rye, spice and light sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long, dry and peppery.

Specifications

Name: Willett 4 år Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey
Distillery: Willett Distillery
Region/Country: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Type: Straight Rye Whiskey
ABV: 55.3%
Size: 70 CL
Age: 4 years

Flavour profile

Spiced · Peppery · Powerful · Dry

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Frequently asked questions about Willett 4 år Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey

What makes Willett special among bourbon brands?

The distillery is still owned and run by the Willett family, whose roots in American whiskey production date back to 1792, making it one of the few genuinely family-run distilleries in Kentucky.

How is Willett 4 år Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey best served?

Neat or with a single ice cube to open up the aromas.

What does 'Family Estate Bottled' mean?

It means the whiskey is bottled directly from the family's own stocks on the distillery grounds, as opposed to whiskey sourced from other distilleries and merely bottled by Willett.

How should Willett 4 Years Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey 110,6 Proof 70 cl 55,3% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

Is Willett 4 Years Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey 110,6 Proof 70 cl 55,3% a good gift idea?

Yes, Willett 4 Years Family Estate Bottled Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey 110,6 Proof 70 cl 55,3% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

What characterises the Bardstown style?

Bardstown is known for a corn-forward, sweet bourbon style with caramel and vanilla from new, charred oak barrels.