rye whiskey

noun

: a whiskey distilled from rye or from rye and malt

Examples of rye whiskey in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Master distiller Owen Martin selected rye whiskeys aged between eight and 11 years, and finished some of them for 15 to 23 months in peach brandy barrels, and some of which for six to 12 months in toasted oak. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2026

There are also a few recipes that hint at the season ahead, incorporating ingredients such as apple cider, espresso, red wine and rye whiskey. — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Add the rye whiskey, mead or vermouth, Campari and orange bitters and shake to combine. — Kate Bradshaw, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rye whiskey

• frisky
• risky
• whisky