{"product_id":"balcones-texas-rye-100-proof-whiskey-70cl","title":"Balcones Texas Rye 100 Proof Whiskey, 70cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalcones Texas Rye 100 Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pot distilled rye whiskey from Waco, Texas, made from a mash of 100% rye and bottled at 50% ABV. Its Texas-grown Elbon rye is combined with crystal, chocolate and roasted rye, and the copper pot stills give it a full-bodied character. Expect cocoa, dark chocolate and orange zest in a rich, spicy and distinctive American rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalcones began in 2008 as an idea to make something original and authentic in the heart of Texas. The team converted an old welding shop under a bridge in Waco, replacing the roof, laying brick and installing copper pot stills from Portugal. Distilling began in 2009, and the distillery has become known for its Texas whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it’s made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100% rye mash bill uses Elbon rye from Northwest Texas, together with crystal, chocolate and roasted rye. The mash is distilled in copper pot stills, a method that produces a full-bodied style of rye whiskey. It is bottled at 100 proof, which is 50% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cocoa and a pinch of tobacco, with melted dark chocolate, orange zest, coffee and honeyed malt, finishing with just a hint of char.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to enjoy it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalcones Texas Rye 100 Proof is rewarding neat, with a few drops of water to soften the strength and bring out the chocolate and orange. Its spice and body also suit classic rye cocktails such as an Old Fashioned, a Manhattan or a Sazerac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas rye whiskey, pot distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waco, Texas, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balcones Distilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% rye (Elbon, crystal, chocolate and roasted rye)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease drink responsibly. This product is intended for customers aged 18 and over.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balcones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55430760989009,"sku":"AV-WHI-0428","price":61.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/1435\/7585\/files\/balcones-texas-rye-100-proof-american-whiskey-70cl.webp?v=1792714865","url":"https:\/\/the-amber-vault.co.uk\/products\/balcones-texas-rye-100-proof-whiskey-70cl","provider":"The Amber Vault ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}