| Rating | 93 |
| Style |
Rye American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Produced In | United States |
| ABV | 57.2% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $93.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-09-16 |
Pinhook Vertical Series Rye 9 Year Review
Pinhook's Vertical Series follows the maturation of a group of 450 sourced 95/5 MGP barrels as they age from 4 to 16 years. This 9-year release, produced from a blend of just 20 barrels, offers a highly sophisticated, well-rounded palate — even at cask strength — with notes of oatmeal cookie, fruit cake, butter brickle, and even some anise. This is a series we will eagerly continue to follow for the next seven years.
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