{"id":1674,"date":"2022-11-23T22:34:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-24T04:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/?p=1674"},"modified":"2022-11-23T22:46:00","modified_gmt":"2022-11-24T04:46:00","slug":"doc-swinsons-straight-rye-whiskey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/index.php\/2022\/11\/23\/doc-swinsons-straight-rye-whiskey\/","title":{"rendered":"Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"warehouse-liquor-l-e-private-single-barrel-barrel-220421\">Warehouse Liquor L.E. Private Single Barrel (Barrel #220421)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PUBLISH DATE: November 23, 2022 <\/strong><br><strong>Source:<\/strong> Facebook (Gary Penna)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Warehouse Liquor quietly released a <strong>Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey Limited Edition Private Single Barrel<\/strong>, and those paying attention immediately recognized it as something special. While the <strong>Bourbon Club of Arkansas (BCA)<\/strong> did not have enough lead time to structure this as a formal joint barrel pick, the group publicly <strong>recommended it without hesitation<\/strong>, referring to it as an \u201coff the books\u201d pick \u2014 high praise within Arkansas whiskey circles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the liquid, the release stood out visually with a <strong>striking waxed bottle and premium design<\/strong>. According to early tasters, however, the packaging was only the beginning \u2014 the whiskey inside more than delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"barrel-release-details\">Barrel &amp; Release Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Release:<\/strong> Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey \u2014 Warehouse Liquor L.E. Private Single Barrel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> Approximately 6.5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proof:<\/strong> 115.4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Barrel #:<\/strong> 220421<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mash Bill:<\/strong> 51% Rye, 45% Corn, 4% Malted Barley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color:<\/strong> Medium amber<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-BCA-Doc-Swinsons-Straight-Rye-Whiskey-November-23-2022-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Gary Penna of the Bourbon Club of Arkansas displaying a Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey Warehouse Liquor private single barrel, 115.4 proof rye whiskey release from November 2022.\" class=\"wp-image-1676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-BCA-Doc-Swinsons-Straight-Rye-Whiskey-November-23-2022-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-BCA-Doc-Swinsons-Straight-Rye-Whiskey-November-23-2022-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-BCA-Doc-Swinsons-Straight-Rye-Whiskey-November-23-2022-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-BCA-Doc-Swinsons-Straight-Rye-Whiskey-November-23-2022.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:  Gary Penna<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tasting-notes\">Tasting Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Credit: Gary Penna<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nose:<\/strong><br>Orange creamsicle with the familiar oatmeal note often associated with MGP rye. Light anise, wet charred oak, and burnt sugar on the backside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Palate:<\/strong><br>Warm honey and orange peel upfront. Very light anise follows, with baker\u2019s chocolate developing on the back of the tongue. The burn is soft, controlled, and pleasant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Finish:<\/strong><br>Black licorice, honey, and a touch of oak \u2014 notably <strong>without tannic bitterness<\/strong>. Exceptionally long, clean finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overall Rating:<\/strong> \ud83e\udd43\ud83e\udd43\ud83e\udd43\ud83e\udd43<br>\u201cYou are out of your mind not to buy one of these at this price.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"background-doc-swinson-s-whiskey\">Background: Doc Swinson\u2019s Whiskey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Doc Swinson\u2019s Whiskey<\/strong> is a modern American whiskey brand built around <strong>barrel sourcing, blending, and finishing<\/strong>, rather than operating as a traditional legacy distillery. The brand has become well known among enthusiasts for <strong>limited, high-proof releases<\/strong> paired with careful barrel selection and distinctive presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sourcing-mgp-influence\">Sourcing &amp; MGP Influence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many Doc Swinson\u2019s rye releases \u2014 including this Warehouse Liquor private barrel \u2014 are sourced from <strong>MGP Ingredients<\/strong> in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. MGP rye is widely respected for its consistency and recognizable profile, often showing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Balanced rye spice and sweetness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notes of anise, citrus peel, and baking spice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A clean, structured mouthfeel well-suited for barrel-proof bottlings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While MGP produces the distillate, <strong>Doc Swinson\u2019s adds value through barrel selection, proofing decisions, and final presentation<\/strong>, allowing private barrels to express individuality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"limited-editions-private-barrels\">Limited Editions &amp; Private Barrels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doc Swinson\u2019s places strong emphasis on <strong>small-run and retailer-specific releases<\/strong>, which are typically:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bottled at or near barrel proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimally filtered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-time releases with no planned repeats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presented with premium visual identity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This approach aligns closely with Arkansas\u2019s barrel-pick culture, where quality of liquid outweighs marketing hype.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-this-pick-matters\">Why This Pick Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the original announcement, <strong>Happy<\/strong> at Warehouse Liquor did an exceptional job securing this barrel and its accompanying samples. Combined with strong endorsement from BCA \u2014 even outside a formal pick structure \u2014 this release stood out as a <strong>high-confidence recommendation<\/strong> for rye drinkers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between its age, proof, balance, and finish, this Doc Swinson\u2019s private barrel exemplifies why well-selected sourced rye continues to earn respect among seasoned whiskey enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-October-20-2022-Doc-Swinson.jpg\" alt=\"Two bottles of amber-colored rye whiskey standing upright on a store counter in front of a cardboard box. Both bottles have dark labels reading \u201cDoc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey.\u201d Behind them is a bright yellow starburst sign that says \u201cSTORE PICK! Doc Swinson RYE! $69.99.\u201d Shelves of other liquor bottles are visible in the blurred background.\" class=\"wp-image-1675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-October-20-2022-Doc-Swinson.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Gary-Penna-October-20-2022-Doc-Swinson-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:  Gary Penna<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warehouse Liquor L.E. Private Single Barrel (Barrel #220421) PUBLISH DATE: November 23, 2022 Source: Facebook (Gary Penna) Warehouse Liquor quietly released a Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey Limited Edition Private Single Barrel, and those paying attention immediately recognized it as something special. 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