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Rye Whiskey
Rye whiskey refers to two types of whiskey: American and Canadian.
American rye whiskey is strictly sanctioned and must be distilled from at
least 51 percent rye, whereas Canadian rye whiskey doesn’t actually have to
include rye as long as it maintains the general taste and character of
traditional Canadian ryes.
American rye whiskeys are made from a mash of at least 51 percent rye, with
corn and malted barley usually filling out the other 49 percent. Rye was a
favorite of whiskey drinkers prior to prohibition, but nearly died out during
the government’s death sentence on booze. It has established a bit of a
resurgence though, as brands from Jim Beam to Templeton to Anchor Brewing
(the Californian craft brewery) offer rye whiskeys.
Canadian ryes are often confused with Canadian whiskey, as the terms are
used interchangeably, but about a dozen Canadian distillers do produce
genuine rye whiskey.
Common Examples:
Jim Beam Straight Rye Whiskey
Jim Beam (ri)1
Wild Turkey Rye Whiskey
Templeton Rye
Rittenhouse Rye
Alberta Premium
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