Description
Detroit City Homegrown Straight Rye Whiskey 750 ml (94 Proof / 47% ABV)
Celebrate Michigan’s farm‑to‑glass spirit with Detroit City Homegrown Rye, crafted entirely from local ingredients in the heart of Detroit’s Eastern Market. Made with 97% organic Michigan rye and 3% specialty malted barley, this small-batch whiskey was distilled in a copper pot still and aged at least two years in charred American oak barrels.
Tasting Notes:
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Nose: Warm caramel and buttery toffee with a hint of coffee aroma
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Palate: Bold rye spice balanced by vanilla sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and white pepper
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Finish: Lingering baking spice with cozy warmth and subtle sweetness
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What Makes It Special:
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⭐ Double Gold Medal winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2020, 2022 & 2023
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Distilled and bottled on-site in Detroit’s Eastern Market using Michigan-grown grain
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Producing small batches (typically only 5–6 barrels per run) to ensure quality and character
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Perfect For:
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Sipping neat or over ice to savor bold spice and buttery complexity
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Elevating classic cocktails like a Rye Old Fashioned or Manhattan with local character
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Adding to a collection of Michigan-made craft whiskies
| Attribute |
Details |
| Volume |
750 ml |
| Proof / ABV |
94 proof (47%) |
| Mash Bill |
97% Michigan rye, 3% malted barley |
| Aging |
Minimum 2 years in charred oak |
| Flavor Notes |
Caramel, coffee, spice, white pepper |
| Awards |
Double Gold San Francisco Spirits Competition (2020, 2022, 2023) |
| Origin |
Detroit City Distillery, Eastern Market, MI |
