{"product_id":"hard-truth-master-distiller-s-reserve-dark-roast-rye-bottled-in-bond-1","title":"Hard Truth Master Distiller’s Reserve Dark Roast Rye Bottled in Bond","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Truth Master Distiller’s Reserve Dark Roast Rye\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eBottled in Bond rye whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e built around deep roasted-malt character and the spicy structure of rye. Crafted as a very small batch release, it combines roasted and toasted malt whiskey components to create a rich profile that moves beyond traditional rye into darker notes of coffee, chocolate, caramelized sugar, and toasted grain. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at the classic Bottled-in-Bond strength of \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, Dark Roast Rye delivers concentrated flavor while remaining structured and balanced. Expect layers of \u003cstrong\u003etoffee, dark coffee, chocolate, brûléed sugar, toasted oak, custard, and rye spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the whiskey a decadent café-inspired character without losing its unmistakable rye backbone. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard Truth has positioned \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Distiller’s Reserve Dark Roast Rye\u003c\/strong\u003e as a new limited whiskey release, with a special preview hosted at the distillery ahead of its wider introduction. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Its uncommon roasted profile makes it especially appealing to rye collectors, adventurous whiskey drinkers, premium gifting, and comparative tastings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard Truth Master Distiller’s Reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Roast Rye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottled in Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of straight rye whiskeys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e750mL bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25-barrel very small batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in 2019 and bottled in 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted malt and toasted malt rye components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain-to-glass Indiana whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich coffee, chocolate, toffee, oak, and spice profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited-release collector whiskey \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted grain, \u003cstrong\u003edark coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e, toffee, oak, smoky malt, and warm rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich café tones with custard, Swiss chocolate, caramelized sugar, toasted oak, and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with brûléed sugar, espresso, roasted malt, oak, and lingering rye spice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy neat in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped whiskey glass to experience the roasted malt and coffee character at full intensity. A few drops of water can bring forward additional \u003cstrong\u003etoffee, chocolate, caramel, and oak\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cocktails, its dark roasted profile makes an excellent base for a bold \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, Rye Old Fashioned, Boulevardier, or Black Manhattan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Hard Truth Dark Roast Rye?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Master Distiller’s Reserve \u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond rye whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring a blend of roasted-malt and toasted-malt rye whiskey components. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Dark Roast Rye different from traditional rye whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts roasted and toasted malt components introduce deeper notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecoffee, cocoa, brûléed sugar, toffee, and roasted grain\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside traditional rye spice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large is the batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable release information lists a \u003cstrong\u003e25-barrel batch\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen was it distilled and bottled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe release information lists \u003cstrong\u003e2019 distillation and 2026 bottling\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Hard Truth produced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHard Truth Distilling Co. is located in Nashville, Indiana, where its grain-to-glass whiskey program is produced in small batches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hard Truth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52226943025448,"sku":"HARD-TRUTH-MASTER-DISTILLERS-RESERVE-DARK-ROAST-RYE-BOTTLED-IN-BOND-750ML","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/0639\/5181\/files\/hard-truth-master-distillers-reserve-dark-roast-rye-bottled-in-bond-3289147.jpg?v=1786509007","url":"https:\/\/www.buymyliquor.com\/products\/hard-truth-master-distiller-s-reserve-dark-roast-rye-bottled-in-bond-1","provider":"BuyMyLiquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}