Hard Truth Master Distiller’s Reserve Dark Roast Rye Bottled in Bond is a bold and deeply flavorful straight rye whiskey crafted for fans of rich, roasted, and full-bodied rye expressions. Part of Hard Truth’s Master Distiller’s Reserve lineup, this very small batch release brings together a unique blend of rye whiskies featuring roasted malt and toasted malt components.

Bottled at 100 proof, this Bottled-in-Bond rye whiskey delivers a distinctive profile layered with smoky café tones, toffee, custard, Swiss chocolate, brûlée, dark coffee, and oak. The result is a rye whiskey with depth, warmth, and a dessert-like richness while still carrying the spice and structure rye drinkers love.

With a 25-barrel batch size, 2019 distillation year, and 2026 bottling date, this release is ideal for whiskey collectors, rye enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a unique Indiana rye whiskey with roasted complexity and premium sipping character.

Key Features

• Hard Truth Master Distiller’s Reserve release
• Dark Roast Rye Bottled in Bond
• Blend of straight rye whiskies
• Grain-to-glass, very small batch whiskey
• Bottled at 100 proof / 50% ABV
• 25-barrel batch size
• Distilled in 2019 and bottled in 2026
• Mash bill blend includes roasted malt and toasted malt rye whiskey components
• Rich notes of toffee, chocolate, dark coffee, oak, and spice

Product Details

Proof: 100 Proof
ABV: 50%
Style: Bottled-in-Bond Straight Rye Whiskey
Batch Size: 25 barrels
Distilled: 2019
Bottled: 2026
Mash Bill Blend: 50% RW-3 Roasted Malt, 50% RW-4 Toasted Malt
Distilled & Bottled By: Hard Truth Distilling Co., Nashville, Indiana
DSP: DSP-IN-21053

Tasting Notes

Nose: Toasted grain, dark coffee, smoky malt, toffee, oak, and warm rye spice.
Palate: Rich café tones, custard, Swiss chocolate, caramelized sugar, toasted oak, and baking spice.
Finish: Long and warming with brûlée, dark coffee, roasted malt, oak, and lingering rye spice.

How to Enjoy

Sip neat to appreciate the roasted malt and dark coffee character. Add a few drops of water to open the toffee, chocolate, and oak notes. This rye also works beautifully in a bold Manhattan, Old Fashioned, or Boulevardier where its roasted depth can stand out.

FAQ

What is Hard Truth Dark Roast Rye?
It is a Bottled-in-Bond straight rye whiskey from Hard Truth’s Master Distiller’s Reserve series.

What proof is this whiskey?
It is bottled at 100 proof, or 50% ABV.

What makes this rye unique?
The mash bill blend includes RW-3 Roasted Malt and RW-4 Toasted Malt, giving it rich coffee, chocolate, toffee, and roasted grain notes.

Is this a limited release?
Yes. The label lists a 25-barrel batch size, making it a very small batch release.

Where is it made?
It is distilled and bottled by Hard Truth Distilling Co. in Nashville, Indiana.