Understanding Blended Straight Rye Malt Whiskeys
A mixture of straight rye malt whiskeys produced in different states, or produced in the same state but containing permitted coloring, flavoring or blending material. These components have at least two years of aging. This designation differs from blended rye malt whiskey, which may contain neutral spirits in its original form.
Source: 27 CFR § 5.143(c), Table 1, row 13
Permitted additions and limits: 27 CFR § 5.155
Bottling must be at least 80 proof / 40% ABV. Shared whiskey requirement: § 5.143(a)
The whiskies
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