Bodega Cat Straight Rye Whiskey
Bodega Cat Straight Rye Whiskey — Bold 95% Rye
Bodega Cat Straight Rye Whiskey is a 90-proof (45% ABV) straight rye built on a bold 95% rye / 5% malted barley mash bill — aged a minimum of 3 years in new American oak and bottled at 750mL. Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky.
From Bodega Cat Spirits Co. — the brand celebrating New York City's beloved bodega cats — this is a serious high-rye whiskey in playful packaging. New American oak with a #3 char gives it structure, while the high-rye mash delivers the spice: bold cinnamon, earthy herbs, and honeyed rye with a long, dry finish.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Bold cinnamon and earthy herbs with caramel and toasted oak.
- Palate: Honeyed rye, mint, and a touch of malt sweetness.
- Finish: Long, with spice, dry oak, dark chocolate, and citrus zest.
Key Highlights
- ✔ Straight rye, aged minimum 3 years
- ✔ Bold 95% rye / 5% malted barley mash bill
- ✔ Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV)
- ✔ New American oak, #3 char
- ✔ Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana; bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky
How to Enjoy
A natural for rye-forward cocktails — try it in a Manhattan or Sazerac — or sip neat to let the cinnamon-and-dark-chocolate finish unfold.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who makes Bodega Cat whiskey?
Bodega Cat Spirits Co., founded by comedians Mark Normand and Sam Morril — a brand celebrating NYC bodega cats, with whiskey distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky.
What is the mash bill of Bodega Cat rye?
95% rye and 5% malted barley — a bold high-rye recipe aged in new charred American oak.
Is Bodega Cat whiskey good?
It's a genuine straight rye (aged 3+ years) with the spice and structure rye lovers look for — the playful branding hides a serious whiskey.
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