Ammunition - Straight Rye Whiskey

NV
Country
USA
Region
Kentucky
UPC
8 52116 00525 3
Other
Verified Stock
72564-NV/6PK
Product Ratings
Tasting Panel 95pt

Finished in French oak barrels that previously held Pinot Noir, this blend of two-, three-, and four-year-old rye whiskeys from Sonoma wine country is a voluptuous beauty, with plump scents of butterscotch and nougat. Round and medium-bodied, it's chock-full of flavors such as peach, walnut, cocoa, and black cherry. The clean yet spiced cedar finish is striking and memorable, lingering and warming without a rush of alcohol. 90 proof.

by Tasting Panel, 2021
Whisky Advocate 90pt

Bright zingy lemon greets the nose, mingled with hints of baked apple and sugar cookies. Stick with it, and earthier herbaceous notes present themselves. On the palate, more fresh lemon is balanced beautifully by powdered sugar, bold cinnamon spice, and, at the tail end, bitter dark chocolate. The finish is lengthy, softening out from the zippy citrus and spice to a lighter honeyed sweetness and a delicious dollop of milk chocolate

by Whisky Advocate, 2022
International Wine and Spirit Competition 94pt

A delightful aromatic medley of bright pear and inviting cinnamon toast, accented by fresh herbal notes of dill and mint. On the palate, a rich, full-bodied rounded mouthfeel with ripe fruits intertwined with warm allspice, with a persistent length. <br> Silver Medal 2024 International Wine &#38; Spirits Competition

by International Wine and Spirit Competition, 2024

The team

Ammunition is the shared vision of two guys who had a dream and decided to make it happen. Andy and Bill partnered together to produce world-class wines and spirits from Sonoma County and bring them to their friends and family as a celebration of our shared American heritage. After some not-so-careful consideration, they pooled some money together with a few of their friends and started making wine.

In this way, the story of Ammunition isn’t Andy and Bill's story at all, but rather a shared celebration of the values, work ethic and ingenuity upon which this nation was built. This is a story about the underdog. About being uncompromising on quality even when faced with the prospect of competing with wineries many times our size. About believing so much in what you're doing, that you're willing to swim upstream even in the swiftest of waters. Every drop they produce represents their uncommon (and admittedly, at times, obsessive) pursuit of perfection. It’s the result of long hours, hard work and sleepless nights.

In the end, they know that nothing worth doing is ever easy. But make no mistake, they wouldn’t have it any other way.

Tasting notes

This whiskey is special. Dark amber in color, you can expect flavors of rich butterscotch and a hint of citrus. The finish is highlighted by subtle notes of baking spice and red berries courtesy of the Pinot Noir French Oak casks. Special mash bill of 95% Rye and 5% Malted Barley.

Description

A smooth finish 4 years in the making. This is a blend of 2, 3 and 4 year old Rye, finished no less than 6 months in wine barrels which previously held several vintages of Ammunition Sonoma Pinot Noir. This unique process imparts a sweetness and tannin unlike that of any other rye. You can smell it on the nose and see it with your eyes.