Dark Arts 7 Year Kentucky Straight Rye Finished in Calvados Cask

Dark Arts Whiskey House unveils a rare and experimental rye release: a 7-Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey finished in Calvados casks. Distilled and matured in Kentucky, then bottled at a bold cask strength of 57.6% ABV (115.2 proof), this limited edition rye whiskey is a striking fusion of American rye grain spice and the refined sweetness of French apple brandy barrel finishing.

The Calvados cask finish infuses this high-proof straight rye with vibrant orchard fruit—baked apple, spiced pear, and honeyed citrus—that perfectly complements its peppery rye backbone. Crafted for the adventurous whiskey drinker, this non-chill filtered small batch rye brings boldness and finesse into perfect balance.

Only 420 bottles were produced as part of Batch #001, making this a highly collectible rye whiskey for fans of barrel-finished rye, limited releases, and cask strength expressions.

🔑 Key Features:

• 7-Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey – Aged to develop deep spice and structure

• Finished in Calvados Casks – Rare French apple brandy barrel influence

• Cask Strength – 57.6% ABV / 115.2 Proof – Full-bodied and undiluted

• Non-Chill Filtered – Preserves oils, flavor, and texture

• Limited Edition – Only 420 bottles produced (Batch #001)

• Distilled and Bottled in Sparta, Kentucky by Dark Arts Whiskey House

• 750ml Bottle – Small Batch American Rye

🥃 Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Stewed apples, clove, baking spice, leather, and toasted oak

• Palate: Spiced apple pie, cinnamon bark, soft vanilla, and honeyed rye grain

• Finish: Long, warming finish with orchard fruit, oak tannin, and lingering herbal spice

💡 How to Enjoy:

Best enjoyed neat to savor the full cask strength impact, or with a splash of water to reveal deeper notes of fruit, baking spice, and apple brandy character. A perfect pairing for charcuterie boards, apple tart, or aged cheese.

❓FAQ:

Q: What is Calvados and how does it affect the whiskey?
Calvados is a French apple brandy, and its casks lend orchard fruit notes, floral complexity, and gentle sweetness that round out the bold spice of rye.

Q: Is this a limited release?
Yes—only 420 bottles were produced for Batch 001, making this a small batch collectible rye whiskey.

Q: Is it diluted or chill-filtered?
No, it’s non-chill filtered and bottled at full cask strength, offering maximum flavor intensity and texture.

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🔔 Please note: This item is non-returnable.

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