Description

Bulleit 95 Rye Frontier Whiskey is an award-winning straight American rye whiskey with exceptional spice, depth, and complexity. Released in 2011, it has earned recognition as one of the highest-quality rye whiskeys available and has become a favorite among bartenders for classic whiskey cocktails.

Its distinctive mash bill is composed of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, producing a bold rye character balanced by remarkable smoothness. Rich oaky aromas introduce layers of vanilla, honey, and spice, followed by a crisp, clean finish with long, lingering flavours.

Expressive yet refined, Bulleit 95 Rye is equally suited to sipping neat, serving over ice, or mixing into classic rye cocktails such as the Manhattan, Sazerac, Old Fashioned, and Boulevardier.

Official Product Highlights

• Award-winning straight American rye whiskey
• Released in 2011
• Crafted from 95% rye and 5% malted barley
• Unparalleled spice and complexity
• Rich oaky aromas
• Exceptionally smooth taste
• Notes of vanilla, honey, and spice
• Crisp, clean finish with long, lingering flavours
• 45% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml

Official Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Russet.
• Aroma: Rich oaky aromas.
• Palate: Exceptionally smooth, with hints of vanilla, honey, and spice.
• Finish: Crisp and clean, with long, lingering flavours.
• Character: Rye-driven, spicy, complex, and smooth.

Awards & Recognition

• San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Double Gold Medal — 2013, 2011
• San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Gold Medal — 2015, 2014, 2012
• Beverage Testing Institute: Gold Medal, Exceptional — 2012
• Ultimate Spirits Challenge: 95 Points, Chairman’s Trophy, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation — 2014
• Ultimate Spirits Challenge: 91 Points, Finalist, Excellent, Highly Recommended — 2013, 2012
• Spirit Journal: 4 Stars, Highly Recommended — 2011
• San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Gold Medal — 2021

Recommended Serving

• Enjoy neat to appreciate its rye spice and complexity.
• Serve over one large ice cube.
• Use in the signature Rye Manhattan.
• Excellent in a Sazerac.
• Ideal for a rye Old Fashioned.
• Use in a Boulevardier for a spicier whiskey profile.
• Add a few drops of water according to preference.

BBPH Pairing Suggestions

• Smoked brisket
• Barbecue beef ribs
• Maple-glazed bacon
• Roast duck
• Aged Gouda
• Sharp Cheddar
• Roasted pecans
• Dark chocolate
• Pecan pie
• Spiced apple tart

Technical Information

• Brand: Bulleit
• Product: Bulleit 95 Rye Frontier Whiskey
• Category: Straight American Rye Whiskey
• Country of Origin: United States
• Mash Bill: 95% Rye and 5% Malted Barley
• Release Year: 2011
• Alcohol Content: 45% ABV
• Proof: 90 Proof
• Bottle Size: 700ml

Craftsmanship

Bulleit 95 Rye is crafted from a notably rye-forward mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. This unusually high proportion of rye gives the whiskey its intense spice, structure, and complexity, while careful production preserves an exceptionally smooth texture.

The resulting whiskey combines rich oak with vanilla, honey, and spice before finishing crisp and clean. Its bold profile makes it particularly well suited to cocktails in which rye whiskey is intended to remain expressive and clearly defined.

About Bulleit

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey is known for bold American whiskeys shaped by distinctive high-rye recipes. Founded in 1987 when Tom Bulleit revived the family tradition, the brand has become closely associated with bartenders, cocktail culture, and modern American whiskey.

Released in 2011, Bulleit 95 Rye extends that rye-driven identity into a straight rye whiskey celebrated for its powerful spice, smoothness, versatility, and extensive record of awards.