{"product_id":"sagamore-8-year-bottled-in-bond-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"Sagamore 8 Year Bottled in Bond Straight Rye Whiskey","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSagamore 8 Year Bottled in Bond Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mature expression of classic Maryland-style rye, combining eight years of barrel aging with the structure, authenticity and transparency of the Bottled in Bond designation.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistilled in \u003cstrong\u003espring 2018 at Sagamore’s Baltimore distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, the whiskey brings together two proprietary rye mash bills—one high rye and one lower rye—to create a balanced profile that pairs traditional rye spice with fruit, sweetness and mature oak. Sagamore also triple distills its Maryland-style rye, helping retain a smooth and approachable texture despite the whiskey’s substantial \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e bottling strength. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma opens with \u003cstrong\u003epowdered sugar, soft leather and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e before moving into a palate of \u003cstrong\u003egrilled peaches, brown sugar and sweet cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e. The finish becomes warm and lively with notes of \u003cstrong\u003erye bread, baked apple crumble and light maple syrup\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a layered balance between fruit, sweetness and rye-driven spice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this release especially notable is its entirely Maryland-based production. The whiskey was \u003cstrong\u003edistilled, aged and bottled in Maryland\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing Sagamore’s commitment to reviving the state’s historic rye tradition through grain-to-glass whiskey making. The official release is also \u003cstrong\u003ehand-bottled and non-chill filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving additional body and flavor. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor rye collectors, Bottled in Bond enthusiasts and fans of mature American whiskey, this eight-year expression offers a compelling combination of age, proof, fruit-driven flavor and genuine Maryland provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSagamore 8 Year Bottled in Bond Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged \u003cstrong\u003e8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Maryland distilled, aged and bottled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled in spring 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-rye and low-rye mash bill blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-chill filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-bottled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne small batch produced annually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled peach, brown sugar and sweet cherry profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRye bread, apple crumble and maple finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePowdered sugar, soft leather and baking spices\u003c\/strong\u003e with hints of fruit and mature oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich \u003cstrong\u003egrilled peach, brown sugar and sweet cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced by rye spice and caramelized sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and lively with \u003cstrong\u003erye bread, baked apple crumble and light maple syrup\u003c\/strong\u003e lingering through the finish. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy \u003cstrong\u003eSagamore Bottled in Bond Rye neat\u003c\/strong\u003e in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped glass to appreciate its fruit, spice and mature oak structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 100 proof, a few drops of water can reveal more peach, cherry and maple while softening the rye spice. It also performs beautifully over a large cube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cocktails, its bonded proof and rye-forward structure make it an excellent choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan, Old Fashioned, Sazerac, Boulevardier or Whiskey Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Bottled in Bond mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnder U.S. standards, bonded whiskey must come from one distiller at one distillery during one distilling season, age at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse and be bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sagamore’s release exceeds the minimum age requirement with an \u003cstrong\u003e8-year age statement\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is Sagamore Bottled in Bond Rye?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe current 2026 release is aged \u003cstrong\u003e8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003edistilled, aged and bottled entirely in Maryland\u003c\/strong\u003e at Sagamore Whiskey’s Baltimore distillery. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat mash bill does Sagamore use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whiskey is a blend of \u003cstrong\u003etwo rye mash bills—one high rye and one low rye\u003c\/strong\u003e. Exact percentages have not been publicly disclosed for this release. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it non-chill filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Sagamore officially identifies the 8-Year Bottled in Bond release as \u003cstrong\u003enon-chill filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003egrilled peaches, brown sugar, sweet cherry, rye bread, baked apple crumble, maple syrup, baking spice and soft leather\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a limited release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Sagamore describes it as a \u003cstrong\u003esmall-batch Reserve Series whiskey produced once annually\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sagamore Spirit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51790981693673,"sku":"SAGAMORE-8-YEAR-BOTTLED-IN-BOND-STRAIGHT-RYE-WHISKEY-750ML","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3250\/8905\/files\/Sagamore-Bottled-in-Bond-Straight-Rye-bottle.jpg?v=1788392639","url":"https:\/\/bourbonhuntusa.com\/products\/sagamore-8-year-bottled-in-bond-straight-rye-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Hunt USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}