Sagamore Spirit “California Barrel Select” 110 Proof Straight Rye Whiskey 750ml

This is a high-proof, single-barrel-driven rye built for enthusiasts, delivering bold spice, dark fruit, and serious structure. The “California Barrel Select” designation signals a hand-selected, limited run with elevated intensity and individuality. At 110 proof, it hits the sweet spot—powerful, but still balanced and highly drinkable.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced by Sagamore Spirit, this expression follows the distillery’s signature Maryland-style rye approach, blending high-rye and low-rye mash bills to achieve both spice and balance.

The “Barrel Select” program is built around individual barrel selection, meaning each release is drawn from a single barrel or small set of barrels, offering unique flavor variation and limited availability.

This California-specific version is hand-selected for the market, typically aged multiple years (often 7–9 years) and bottled at 110 proof (55% ABV)—a deliberate step up from standard offerings to preserve full barrel character.

As a straight rye whiskey, it is made from a mash containing at least 51% rye and aged in new charred oak barrels, giving it its signature spice and structure. 

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Caramel, dark cherry, cinnamon, and toasted oak

Palate:
Bold and full-bodied, with rye spice, brown sugar, orange peel, and layered baking spices

Finish:
Long, warm, and structured, with lingering spice, oak, and subtle sweetness

Quick Overview

Cocktail Recipes

Rye Old Fashioned (High-Proof)
– 2 oz Sagamore Barrel Select
– 0.25 oz simple syrup
– 2 dashes bitters
Stir and serve over a large cube

California Rye Highball
– 1.5 oz rye
– 4 oz soda water
– Lemon twist
Clean and refreshing with lifted spice

Serving & Occasion

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up the spice and fruit. Ideal for rye enthusiasts, collectors, and bourbon drinkers looking to explore higher-proof whiskey.