Chattanooga Experimental Batch 042 Amaro Barrel Finished Rye

Chattanooga Experimental Batch 042 Amaro Barrel Finished Rye is a bold, small-batch Tennessee rye whiskey bottled at 55% alcohol by volume (ABV) (110 proof), created for rye enthusiasts who appreciate complexity and experimentation. Distilled from a distinctive 5-grain mash bill featuring four varieties of malted rye, this expression showcases Chattanooga Whiskey Company's innovative approach to flavor development.

After aging in toasted and charred oak, the rye is finished for three months in German-style amaro liqueur barrels that previously held an amaro infused with 14 botanicals and dark candi syrup. The result is a layered whiskey that bridges rye spice with herbal sweetness, delivering a profile that is both expressive and unconventional.

Designed as an Experimental Single Batch with just four barrels produced, Batch 042 highlights the harmony between malted rye richness and amaro-driven botanicals, making it ideal for adventurous drinkers seeking something beyond traditional rye.

Aroma: Inviting notes of aged fruit cake and star anise rise first, layered with hints of pumpernickel rye bread and soft tobacco leaf.

Palate: Rich and expressive, delivering sweet–spicy rye depth with dark fruit, herbal amaro tones, warm baking spice, and a savory rye bread character.

Finish: Warm, spiced, and gently herbal, with lingering sweetness and rye-driven depth.