Rebel 100 Straight Rye Whiskey, Kentucky, USA

A bold Kentucky rye with a smooth edge, Rebel 100 Straight Rye Whiskey, Kentucky, USA, offers an accessible introduction to the world of rye while delivering enough spice and structure to satisfy seasoned enthusiasts. Distilled using a high-corn mash bill at MGP in Indiana and bottled at Lux Row Distillers, this 100-proof expression reflects Rebel's enduring commitment to craftsmanship, value, and approachability.

Product Details:

• Style: Straight Rye Whiskey
• ABV: 50% (100 Proof)
• Mash Bill: 51% rye, 45% corn, 4% malted barley
• Age: Minimum 2 years
• Tasting Notes:
  • Nose: Vanilla, toffee, breakfast tea, mint, citrus, light ethanol
  • Palate: Cinnamon, toasted grain, dill, honey, mint, subtle bubblegum
  • Finish: Medium length with warming cinnamon, honey, dill, and mint

Sensory Description:

Rebel 100 Rye opens with a youthful bouquet of mint and toffee, underpinned by a hint of corn sweetness and black tea. On the palate, it strikes a balance between spice and herbaceous notes, offering cinnamon, dill, and honey alongside touches of bubblegum and dried citrus. While modest in age, it delivers a warming finish with lingering mint and sweet grain, ideal for mixing or casual sipping.

Distiller's Background:

Once known as Rebel Yell, the Rebel brand traces its roots back to 1936 and the Stitzel-Weller distillery. Today, Rebel is produced at Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky, maintaining its legacy with a lineup of wheated bourbons and rye whiskeys that pay homage to tradition while offering modern accessibility. Since its rebranding in 2020 to distance itself from Confederate iconography, Rebel has remained dedicated to making affordable, quality whiskey for a wide audience.

Serving Suggestions:

Rebel 100 Rye shines in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned or Manhattan, where its honeyed spice and light mint complexity come alive. Serve neat, on the rocks, or as a value-forward mixer for high-rye cocktails. Best enjoyed at room temperature (60–65°F).

This straight rye whiskey may be young, but it offers excellent value and a crowd-pleasing profile that makes it an easy addition to any home bar. Whether you’re new to rye or already a fan, Rebel 100 Straight Rye Whiskey is a bold yet friendly pour from Kentucky’s heartland.