Rating 96
Style
American Whiskey
Whiskey
Produced In United States
ABV 62.8%
Availability Limited
Price $110.00 
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Reviewed 2026-10-06

Old Overholt Extra Aged Cask Strength 11 Year Rye (2026 Edition) Review

The most famous brand name in American rye was overhauled in 2020 and a series of squat bottle limited editions have been released over the last several years. Beginning with 2023’s Old Overholt Cask Strength 10 Year Rye, the brand has released a new cask strength edition each year, with varying age statements (usually between 10 and 12 years) and proof (of course). This year’s edition was put into barrels in the fall of 2014 and bottled this summer at 125.6 proof. There is the classic Jim Beam peanut note on the nose backed by charred oak and spice. The palate is a well-balanced mix of spicy and sweet, coffee cake, cinnamon candy, stone fruit, leather, and an intense oaky finish. Incredibly drinkable at such a high proof, there are few flaws to be found here and much to love, whether you’re a longtime rye drinker or new to the category. Though three digits in price, it’s worth every penny.

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Old Overholt Extra Aged Cask Strength 11 Year Rye (2026 Edition)
The most famous brand name in American rye was overhauled in 2020 and a series of squat bottle limited editions have been released over the last several years. Beginning with 2023’s Old Overholt Cask Strength 10 Year Rye, the brand has released a new cask strength edition each year, with varying age statements (usually between 10 and 12 years) and proof (of course). This year’s edition was put into barrels in the fall of 2014 and bottled this summer at 125.6 proof. There is the classic Jim Beam peanut note on the nose backed by charred oak and spice. The palate is a well-balanced mix of spicy and sweet, coffee cake, cinnamon candy, stone fruit, leather, and an intense oaky finish. Incredibly drinkable at such a high proof, there are few flaws to be found here and much to love, whether you’re a longtime rye drinker or new to the category. Though three digits in price, it’s worth every penny.

Reviewed On: 10-06-2026
96
POINTS
Old Overholt Extra Aged Cask Strength 11 Year Rye (2026 Edition)
The most famous brand name in American rye was overhauled in 2020 and a series of squat bottle limited editions have been released over the last several years. Beginning with 2023’s Old Overholt Cask Strength 10 Year Rye, the brand has released a new cask strength edition each year, with varying age statements (usually between 10 and 12 years) and proof (of course). This year’s edition was put into barrels in the fall of 2014 and bottled this summer at 125.6 proof. There is the classic Jim Beam peanut note on the nose backed by charred oak and spice. The palate is a well-balanced mix of spicy and sweet, coffee cake, cinnamon candy, stone fruit, leather, and an intense oaky finish. Incredibly drinkable at such a high proof, there are few flaws to be found here and much to love, whether you’re a longtime rye drinker or new to the category. Though three digits in price, it’s worth every penny.

Reviewed On: 10-06-2026