{"id":1290,"date":"2025-12-10T14:10:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T20:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/?p=1290"},"modified":"2025-12-10T23:59:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T05:59:00","slug":"sagamore-rye-rye-hard-central-arkansas-bourbon-banter-x-warehouse-liquor-market-barrel-pick","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/10\/sagamore-rye-rye-hard-central-arkansas-bourbon-banter-x-warehouse-liquor-market-barrel-pick\/","title":{"rendered":"Sagamore Rye \u201cRye Hard\u201d \u2013 Central Arkansas Bourbon & Banter x Warehouse Liquor Market Barrel Pick"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Just in time for the holidays, Central Arkansas Bourbon & Banter<\/strong> has teamed up with Warehouse Liquor Market<\/strong> to deliver a bold rye barrel pick that fits perfectly in a Christmas stocking \u2014 or a Glencairn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed \u201cRye Hard,\u201d<\/strong> this private selection is a Sagamore 9-Year-Old Rye<\/strong> bottled at a hearty 110 proof<\/strong>, offering rye lovers in Arkansas another standout club pick to close out the year strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As posted by Henry Turner on December 10th<\/strong>, the collaboration highlights what the Central Arkansas whiskey community does best: pairing great juice with great people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Image \u00a9 Henry Turner – December 10 2025 \u2013 Used for editorial purposes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Barrel Pick Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Distillery:<\/strong> Sagamore Spirit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Whiskey Type:<\/strong> Straight Rye Whiskey<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Age:<\/strong> 9 Years<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Proof:<\/strong> 110 (55% ABV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Price:<\/strong> $79.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Pick Name:<\/strong> Rye Hard<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Selected By:<\/strong> Central Arkansas Bourbon & Banter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Retail Partner:<\/strong> Warehouse Liquor Market<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u201cIn\u201d Post:<\/strong> Thursday, December 11<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Pickup Begins:<\/strong> Friday, December 12<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    At 9 years old and bottled well above standard proof, Rye Hard<\/em> is positioned squarely for fans of bold, spice-forward rye with depth and maturity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    A Holiday Pick with Personality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The pick announcement leaned into the holiday spirit with a little pop-culture flair:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \u201cAs we get together with friends and family, what better way to celebrate the holidays than over a good dram\u2026 \u2018Come out to the coast, we\u2019ll get together, have a few laughs\u2026\u2019\u201d<\/em> \u2014 John McClane<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    Whether you consider Die Hard<\/em> a Christmas movie or not, there\u2019s no debating that a high-proof rye shared with friends makes the season better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    About Sagamore Spirit \u2013 History & Ownership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Image \u00a9 Sagamore Spirit \u2013 Used for editorial purposes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Sagamore Spirit<\/strong> is one of the most respected modern rye whiskey producers in the United States, deeply tied to Maryland\u2019s historic rye tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Roots in Maryland Rye<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Rye whiskey once dominated American whiskey production, and Maryland rye<\/strong> was known for being slightly sweeter and more approachable than its Pennsylvania (Monongahela) counterpart. Sagamore Spirit was founded to revive that lost legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Founding & Vision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Sagamore Spirit was established in 2013<\/strong> with a mission to restore Maryland rye whiskey to national prominence. The distillery is located on the Baltimore waterfront<\/strong>, near the historic Sagamore Farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ownership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Sagamore Spirit is privately owned by Kevin Plank<\/strong>, the founder of Under Armour<\/strong>, and his investment group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Kevin Plank is a Baltimore native with deep ties to the region<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • His ownership emphasized:\n
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      • Long-term aging programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Transparency in blending and sourcing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Investment in Maryland whiskey heritage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Before their own distillate came of age, Sagamore Spirit became well-known for expertly blended rye whiskeys<\/strong>, using high-quality sourced rye while laying down barrels for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Today, Sagamore produces both Maryland-distilled rye<\/strong> and carefully crafted blends, with many releases pushing into higher age statements \u2014 like this 9-year barrel pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Why This Pick Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        For Arkansas whiskey fans, Rye Hard<\/em> checks several important boxes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • \u2705 9-year age statement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • \u2705 Barrel-strength-leaning proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • \u2705 Respected rye producer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • \u2705 Club-selected, not shelf stock<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • \u2705 Sub-$80 pricing for premium rye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          This is the kind of bottle that appeals to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Rye enthusiasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Fans of spice-forward whiskey<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Collectors of Arkansas barrel picks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Anyone looking for a holiday bottle that drinks big<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            With Rye Hard<\/em>, Central Arkansas Bourbon & Banter<\/strong> and Warehouse Liquor Market<\/strong> continue to show why Arkansas remains one of the most active and passionate barrel-pick states in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Big rye spice, mature oak, holiday timing, and a strong community behind it \u2014 this one won\u2019t sit long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            As Henry put it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            \u201cIt\u2019s a good day to get that whiskey\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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