Buzzard's Roost Char #1 Straight Rye Whiskey

Buzzard's Roost Char #1 Whiskey is a remarkable example of innovation meeting tradition. This whiskey undergoes a unique dual-maturation process that sets it apart from other rye and bourbon expressions. Initially aged in new charred American oak barrels, the whiskey is then transferred to Buzzard's Roost’s exclusive lightly toasted barrels. The secondary maturation features a light Char #1, allowing the whiskey to preserve the rich caramelized wood sugars, which introduce deeper complexity and flavor to each sip.

Working closely with their cooperage, Buzzard's Roost developed 17 proprietary barrels with a range of toast levels. By altering both time and temperature during the toasting process, Buzzard’s Roost creates an array of flavor profiles—ranging from sweet and spicy to rich and smoky—before applying the light #1 char.