New Louisville Whiskey Co 10 Years Old "The Great Rye-Veal" Straight Rye Whiskey The Prime Barrel Pick #133

Discover one of the boldest rye whiskeys on the market—New Louisville 10-Year Hazmat Rye, bottled at a staggering 140.8 proof and selected by The Prime Barrel. This is MGP rye at its finest: bold, spicy, beautifully matured, and shockingly smooth for its proof.

Crafted from MGP’s iconic 95/5 rye mashbill and aged a full decade in a heat-cycled warehouse, this barrel showcases what extended maturation can do to a powerhouse rye. The heat cycling intensifies flavor concentration while taming the high proof, resulting in a whiskey that’s both complex and incredibly drinkable.

If you’re a fan of hazmat MGP rye, this is your unicorn. If you’ve never tried one, now’s the time.

Product Highlights:

• Distillery: MGP, Indiana
• Mashbill: 95% rye, 5% malted barley
• Age: 10 Years
• Proof: 140.8 (Hazmat)
• Warehouse: Heat-cycled for enhanced aging
• Barrel Yield: Only 60 bottles due to high angel’s share

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Explosive aromatics of herbal mint, eucalyptus, baking spice, seasoned oak, and classic rye intensity.
• Palate: Full-bodied with waves of spearmint, caramelized sugar, orange zest, crushed black pepper, and old oak.
• Finish: Long, layered, and warming. Notes of butterscotch, rich oak, leather, and lingering rye spice round out the pour.

Why This Rye Is Special:

This isn’t your average barrel-strength rye. It’s a 10-year, hazmat-level MGP single barrel, aged in extreme conditions for added depth and balance. The result? A rye that punches above its proof with a sophisticated flavor arc and lasting finish that will satisfy serious collectors and adventurous whiskey drinkers alike.

Whether you’re building your top shelf or chasing that next great pour, this limited-release New Louisville rye deserves a spot in your glass.

Only 60 bottles available. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of hazmat history!