Blackened Rye The Lighting Double Cask Finished in Madeira and Rum Casks 750mL

Blackened Rye “The Lightning” (Double Cask: Madeira & Rum Finish)

Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | 90 Proof (45% ABV) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Blackened Rye “The Lightning” is a limited-edition release that blends 5–8-year-old straight rye whiskeys finished in two distinct cask types. First, the whiskey is aged in Madeira wine casks, then moved to Caribbean rum barrels for further finishing. During this second phase, the barrels are treated with Black Noise™, a sonic enhancement process that uses low-frequency sound waves to increase interaction between spirit and wood. Bottled at 45% ABV, this expression delivers a multi-dimensional profile full of spice, fruit, and layered sweetness.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dandelion, green apple, hay, caramel, banana bread, fig, and rum cake

• Palate: Muscovado sugar, almond, cinnamon, pear, honeysuckle, mint, sugar cane, and toasted oak

• Finish: Long, warm, and nutty with brown sugar, hazelnut, oak spice, and light molasses

What Makes It Special

• Double-cask finished in Madeira and Caribbean rum barrels

• Features Black Noise™ sonic aging using Metallica’s music

• Blended from 5–8-year-old straight rye whiskey for complexity

• Non-chill filtered and bottled at 90 proof for full flavor delivery

• Limited-edition expression with strong critical acclaim

How to Enjoy

Sip neat or with a splash of water in a Glencairn glass to open up the subtleties of the finish. Also excellent in spirit-forward cocktails like a Black Manhattan or spiced Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What proof is this release?
   It is bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).

2. What does the double cask finish do?
   Madeira adds fruit and sweetness; rum casks deepen molasses and spice notes.

3. What is Black Noise™?
   A sonic enhancement method that uses music to agitate the spirit and oak for intensified flavor extraction.

4. Is this a limited release?
   Yes—Rye “The Lightning” is a special edition tied to Metallica’s “Ride the Lightning” era.

5. Is it chill-filtered?
   No—it is non-chill filtered to preserve texture and flavor.