Small Batch, Barrel Strength, Hand-Selected Barrels
Old Carter Whiskey Co. built its reputation on small batches of hand-selected barrels, and this Straight Rye continues that tradition. Bottled in Louisville, Kentucky, Batch 15 is drawn from a carefully chosen selection of barrels and bottled at full barrel strength — no chill filtration, no proofing water — delivering a bold, high-proof rye at a commanding 118 proof (59% ABV).
Each bottle from this batch is individually numbered, with this release drawn from a run of 3,065 bottles total. As with every Old Carter release, the small-batch, hand-selected approach means each batch carries its own distinct character, making Batch 15 a genuine one-time expression for rye whiskey collectors.
Tasting Notes
Bold rye spice and black pepper, layered with dark caramel, toasted oak, and a hint of dried fruit, carried by the high proof into a long, warming, spice-driven finish.
Why Collectors Seek This Out
Small batch of hand-selected barrels, bottled at full barrel strength
Bottled at a bold 118 proof (59% ABV) — uncut and unfiltered
Individually numbered bottle from a limited run of 3,065
Batch 15 carries its own distinct character — no two batches are alike
A favorite among rye whiskey collectors for its intensity and small-batch rarity
Product Details
Type
Straight Rye Whiskey
Batch
15
Bottle Run
3,065 Bottles, Individually Numbered
Size
750mL
Proof / ABV
118 Proof (59% Alc. Vol.)
Filtration
Small Batch, Barrel Strength — Uncut and Unfiltered
Bottled In
Louisville, Kentucky
Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "barrel strength" mean?
Barrel strength means the whiskey is bottled at the proof it reaches naturally inside the barrel, with no water added. This batch is bottled at 118 proof (59% ABV).
How many bottles were produced in this batch?
Batch 15 was bottled in a limited run of 3,065 individually numbered bottles.
Will Batch 15 taste the same as other Old Carter batches?
Not exactly. As a small batch bottled from a hand-selected group of barrels, each Old Carter batch carries its own distinct character, so proof and flavor profile can vary from batch to batch.
Is this rye filtered?
No. This batch is bottled uncut and unfiltered at full barrel strength to preserve its natural flavor and intensity.
Where is Old Carter Rye produced?
Old Carter Whiskey Co. bottles this release in Louisville, Kentucky, from hand-selected barrels sourced for the brand's small-batch program.
