{"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

Warehouse Liquor L.E. Private Single Barrel (Barrel #220421)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PUBLISH DATE: November 23, 2022 <\/strong>
Source:<\/strong> Facebook (Gary Penna)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warehouse Liquor quietly released a Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey Limited Edition Private Single Barrel<\/strong>, and those paying attention immediately recognized it as something special. While the Bourbon Club of Arkansas (BCA)<\/strong> did not have enough lead time to structure this as a formal joint barrel pick, the group publicly 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

Beyond the liquid, the release stood out visually with a 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

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Barrel & Release Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Release:<\/strong> Doc Swinson\u2019s Straight Rye Whiskey \u2014 Warehouse Liquor L.E. Private Single Barrel<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Age:<\/strong> Approximately 6.5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Proof:<\/strong> 115.4<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Barrel #:<\/strong> 220421<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Mash Bill:<\/strong> 51% Rye, 45% Corn, 4% Malted Barley<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Color:<\/strong> Medium amber<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Source: Gary Penna<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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    Tasting Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Credit: Gary Penna<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Nose:<\/strong>
    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

    Palate:<\/strong>
    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

    Finish:<\/strong>
    Black licorice, honey, and a touch of oak \u2014 notably without tannic bitterness<\/strong>. Exceptionally long, clean finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Overall Rating:<\/strong> \ud83e\udd43\ud83e\udd43\ud83e\udd43\ud83e\udd43
    \u201cYou are out of your mind not to buy one of these at this price.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Background: Doc Swinson\u2019s Whiskey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Doc Swinson\u2019s Whiskey<\/strong> is a modern American whiskey brand built around barrel sourcing, blending, and finishing<\/strong>, rather than operating as a traditional legacy distillery. The brand has become well known among enthusiasts for limited, high-proof releases<\/strong> paired with careful barrel selection and distinctive presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sourcing & MGP Influence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Many Doc Swinson\u2019s rye releases \u2014 including this Warehouse Liquor private barrel \u2014 are sourced from MGP Ingredients<\/strong> in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. MGP rye is widely respected for its consistency and recognizable profile, often showing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Balanced rye spice and sweetness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Notes of anise, citrus peel, and baking spice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • A clean, structured mouthfeel well-suited for barrel-proof bottlings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      While MGP produces the distillate, 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

      Limited Editions & Private Barrels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Doc Swinson\u2019s places strong emphasis on small-run and retailer-specific releases<\/strong>, which are typically:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Bottled at or near barrel proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Minimally filtered<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • One-time releases with no planned repeats<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Presented with premium visual identity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        This approach aligns closely with Arkansas\u2019s barrel-pick culture, where quality of liquid outweighs marketing hype.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

        According to the original announcement, 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 high-confidence recommendation<\/strong> for rye drinkers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        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

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        Source: Gary Penna<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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