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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Dry Fly Straight Wheat Whiskey Port Barrel Finish is a soft, fruit-forward wheat whiskey finished in port wine barrels. With three years in new American oak followed by 9-12 months in freshly dumped port barrels, this 90 proof (45% ABV) release brings together gentle wheat sweetness, rich red-fruit tones, and a lusciously smooth finish. It’s ideal for sipping neat, making elevated cocktails, or exploring the intersection of whiskey and wine barrel influence.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / Producer | Dry Fly Distilling (Spokane, Washington, USA) |
| Type / Style | Straight wheat whiskey, finished in port barrels |
| Grain Bill | 100% wheat |
| Aging / Finish | Aged ~3 years in new American oak barrels; then finished 9-12 months in freshly dumped port wine barrels |
| ABV / Proof | 45% ABV (90 proof) |
| Size | 750 ml bottle |
| Awards | Wine Enthusiast 2020 – 94 points; Tasting Panel Magazine 2020 – 94 points |
| Element | Notes |
|---|---|
| Appearance / Color | Copper-amber hue, with a vibrant richness from the port barrel influence. |
| Nose / Aroma | Sweet wheat and vanilla base; pronounced port barrel notes: dark cherries, fig, maybe berry jam; caramel; oak spice and toasted nuts showing with some airtime. |
| Palate / Taste | Plush & full-bodied: toffee / caramel, fruit (cherries, plums, maybe blackberry), toasted almonds, mild chocolate or cocoa, balanced by oak spice and gentle wheat warmth. |
| Finish | Long and elegant: lingering red fruit and caramel sweetness, with oak tannins and a bit of spice (maybe cinnamon or pepper) as it fades. |
The port wine barrel finish adds layers of red fruit, richness, and wine-derived tannin that deepen the flavor compared to a straight wheat aged only in oak.
Using 100% wheat gives this whiskey a creamy, soft base, which balances nicely with the wine barrel’s fruitiness and oak spiciness.
Respectable proof (90) — strong enough to carry complexity but subtle enough that flavors aren’t lost. Good midpoint for sipping.
Recognized by critics (94 points from Wine Enthusiast & Tasting Panel) as a high-quality finish whiskey.
Excellent for those who enjoy rich wine barrel finishes and fruit-forward whiskies.
Good balance: not overwhelmingly sweet, but definitely more approachable than very high-proof or heavily smoky whiskies.
Versatile: works neat, with a single large ice cube, or in cocktails that benefit from fruit/wine tones (e.g. a whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth or berries).
Neat / On a Single Ice Cube: This helps smooth out the alcohol and highlight port fruit & oak spice.
Cocktail Use: Try in a Port Manhattan (substitute port-finished wheat for rye or bourbon) or a sweet Old Fashioned variation.
Pairings: Dark chocolate desserts, berry-based tarts, almond biscotti, dried fruit (figs, dates), drizzled caramel or nutmeg-spiced sweets, and cheeses like gouda or brie.
Bottle Size: All bottles are 750ML/700ML unless otherwise noted.
21 and Over: Adult Signature Required
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