realms of rye

A new series of whiskies from Sons of Vancouver Distillery.

RYE WHISKY IS:

SPICY

PEPPERY

versatile

explore the facets of flavour.

This limited-release collection of 100% rye whiskies is designed to demonstrate the many facets of flavour that rye grain can evoke. Much like the spectrum of single malts distilled in Scotland, or the bountiful array of corn bourbons made in America, we aim to share with you the many realms of rye that Canadian whisky has to offer.

Each expression will explore a distinct area of the flavour wheel, unconventional for the average rye whisky. Absent of any added flavourings or colourants, with no specialty finishing barrels used in the aging process, all tasting notes and flavours in each whisky has been amplified through the fermentation, maturation, and blending process only.

release 02 - ‘dark fruit & cacao’

Release date: December 7, 2024
333 bottles produced
59.9% ABV
Tasting Notes: stewed cherries, black forest cake, grape jelly, cigar tobacco, cherry cola, cocoa powder, deep oak

The second release in the Realms of Rye series, this 100% rye whisky boasts a fragrant nose of dark fruit and rich cocoa. Maturation in ex-bourbon and new American oak casks provides a depth of character that will deliver facets of flavour beyond the norm for Canadian rye whisky.

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release 01 - ‘citrus & botanicals’

Release date: June 8, 2024
303 bottles produced (SOLD OUT)
59.4% ABV
Tasting Notes: orange zest, coriander seed, toasted clove, charred wood, menthol, black tea leaves, cane sugar

The first release in the Realms of Rye series, this 100% rye whisky was aged in ex-bourbon and new American oak casks. With tasting notes of orange peel, coriander seed, black tea, and raw sugar, this expression marks the beginning of an explorative journey into the diverse flavour spectrum of Canadian rye whisky.