2026 Willett Jack Rose 8 Year Fine China 112.6 Proof 750ml

Pulled from Barrel No. 3981 at a potent 112.6 proof, this eight-year single barrel rye represents the pinnacle of Willett's precision distillation and maturation in Bardstown. It balances intense herbal botanicals and bold rye spice against deep, mature barrel sugars developed over nearly a decade in virgin charred oak. Bottled uncut and unfiltered, this rare release captures the uncompromising character that has made Willett Family Estate bottlings a holy grail for whiskey purists.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Vibrant and aromatic with fresh spearmint, crystallized ginger, and orange zest, underscored by deep brown sugar, clove, and toasted oak.

Palate: Rich, oily, and intensely spiced, unrolling waves of pumpernickel bread, candied citrus peel, dark chocolate, and herbal mint alongside robust cinnamon and charred wood.

Finish: Long, warming, and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of cracked black peppercorn, cooling eucalyptus, leather, and dark honeyed oak.