Castle & Key Extra Old Haitian Rhum Casks 750ml

Experience Castle & Key Experimental Series Extra Old Haitian Rhum Casks Straight Rye Whiskey 750ml, a bold, cask-strength rye that explores the influence of Caribbean rum cask finishing on Kentucky whiskey. Produced at the historic Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, this limited release showcases the distillery's spirit of innovation while honoring traditional rye whiskey craftsmanship.

After maturing in new charred American oak barrels, the rye is transferred into Extra Old Haitian rhum casks for an additional 13 months, creating remarkable depth and tropical complexity. The result is a whiskey that balances classic rye spice with rich notes derived from agricole-style Haitian rhum.

The nose opens with aromas of brûléed banana, charred thyme, jasmine, dried pineapple, Demerara sugar, vanilla bean, and cinnamon. The palate reveals layers of fruitcake, blackstrap molasses, plum, hibiscus, rum raisin, fried plantains, black cardamom, and clove, leading into a long finish with currants, anise, cigar wrapper, and lingering dark sugar. Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to fully appreciate its cask-strength character.

Product Highlights

• Type: American Whiskey
• Category: Straight Rye Whiskey
• Brand: Castle & Key
• Producer: Castle & Key Distillery
• Country: United States
• State: Kentucky
• City: Frankfort
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• ABV: 58.05%
• Proof: 116.1
• Style: Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey
• Mash Bill: 63% Rye, 17% Yellow Corn, 20% Malted Barley
• Primary Aging: Approximately 4 Years in New Charred American Oak
• Secondary Aging: 13 Months in Extra Old Haitian Rhum Casks
• Series: Experimental Series
• Color: Deep amber
• Aroma: Brûléed banana, dried pineapple, vanilla bean, thyme, cinnamon
• Palate: Fruitcake, blackstrap molasses, plum, rum raisin, fried plantains, cardamom
• Finish: Currants, anise, cigar wrapper, dark sugar
• Best For: Neat sipping, whiskey collectors, limited releases, and premium gifting.