Sagamore 8 Year Bottled in Bond Straight Rye Whiskey is a mature expression of classic Maryland-style rye, combining eight years of barrel aging with the structure, authenticity and transparency of the Bottled in Bond designation.
Distilled in spring 2018 at Sagamoreās Baltimore distillery, the whiskey brings together two proprietary rye mash billsāone high rye and one lower ryeāto create a balanced profile that pairs traditional rye spice with fruit, sweetness and mature oak. Sagamore also triple distills its Maryland-style rye, helping retain a smooth and approachable texture despite the whiskeyās substantial 100 proof / 50% ABV bottling strength.
The aroma opens with powdered sugar, soft leather and baking spice before moving into a palate of grilled peaches, brown sugar and sweet cherry. The finish becomes warm and lively with notes of rye bread, baked apple crumble and light maple syrup, creating a layered balance between fruit, sweetness and rye-driven spice.
What makes this release especially notable is its entirely Maryland-based production. The whiskey was distilled, aged and bottled in Maryland, reinforcing Sagamoreās commitment to reviving the stateās historic rye tradition through grain-to-glass whiskey making. The official release is also hand-bottled and non-chill filtered, preserving additional body and flavor.
For rye collectors, Bottled in Bond enthusiasts and fans of mature American whiskey, this eight-year expression offers a compelling combination of age, proof, fruit-driven flavor and genuine Maryland provenance.
Key Features
- Sagamore 8 Year Bottled in Bond Straight Rye Whiskey
- Aged 8 years
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100 proof / 50% ABV
- 100% Maryland distilled, aged and bottled
- Distilled in spring 2018
- High-rye and low-rye mash bill blend
- Triple distilled
- Non-chill filtered
- Hand-bottled
- One small batch produced annually
- Grilled peach, brown sugar and sweet cherry profile
- Rye bread, apple crumble and maple finish
Tasting Notes
Nose: Powdered sugar, soft leather and baking spices with hints of fruit and mature oak.
Palate: Rich grilled peach, brown sugar and sweet cherry balanced by rye spice and caramelized sweetness.
Finish: Warm and lively with rye bread, baked apple crumble and light maple syrup lingering through the finish.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy Sagamore Bottled in Bond Rye neat in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped glass to appreciate its fruit, spice and mature oak structure.
At 100 proof, a few drops of water can reveal more peach, cherry and maple while softening the rye spice. It also performs beautifully over a large cube.
For cocktails, its bonded proof and rye-forward structure make it an excellent choice for a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Sazerac, Boulevardier or Whiskey Sour.
FAQ
What does Bottled in Bond mean?
Under U.S. standards, bonded whiskey must come from one distiller at one distillery during one distilling season, age at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse and be bottled at 100 proof. Sagamoreās release exceeds the minimum age requirement with an 8-year age statement.
How old is Sagamore Bottled in Bond Rye?
The current 2026 release is aged 8 years.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 100 proof / 50% ABV.
Where is it made?
It is distilled, aged and bottled entirely in Maryland at Sagamore Whiskeyās Baltimore distillery.
What mash bill does Sagamore use?
The whiskey is a blend of two rye mash billsāone high rye and one low rye. Exact percentages have not been publicly disclosed for this release.
Is it non-chill filtered?
Yes. Sagamore officially identifies the 8-Year Bottled in Bond release as non-chill filtered.
What does it taste like?
Expect grilled peaches, brown sugar, sweet cherry, rye bread, baked apple crumble, maple syrup, baking spice and soft leather.
Is this a limited release?
Yes. Sagamore describes it as a small-batch Reserve Series whiskey produced once annually.Ā
