Fix Me a Drink with Noah Rothbaum & David Wondrich Podcast Searching for the Soul of Rye Whiskey - Fix Me a Drink
May 15, 2023
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Early Rye Experience
- Early rye whiskey tasted different enough from bourbon that it was palatable.
- This difference piqued interest and began a journey of discovery into rye's distinct qualities.
Rye's Near Extinction
- In 1996, Jim Beam produced only 16,000 cases of rye whiskey annually.
- This limited production highlights rye's near extinction before its resurgence in popularity.
Rye's Murky History
- The history of rye whiskey production is complex and often obscured by misinformation.
- Many claims about "historically accurate" rye whiskeys are questionable upon further research.