Amador Whiskey Co Double Barrel Rye Whiskey Finished in Port Barrels
Amador Whiskey Co Double Barrel Rye Whiskey Finished in Port Barrels is a 92-proof (46% ABV) Kentucky rye in 750mL, built from a 74% rye mash bill and aged twice: three years in new charred American oak, then 9–12 months in Terra d'Oro Port barrels from Amador County, California. The brand's whole identity is that Kentucky-to-Napa bridge — Kentucky rye craftsmanship finished with wine-country influence. Order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 46% (92 proof) — 750mL; non-chill filtered
- Mash bill: 74% rye, 11% corn, 15% barley; sourced from a Bardstown, KY distillery
- Aging: 3 years in new charred American oak + 9–12 months in Terra d'Oro Port barrels
- Origin: distilled in Kentucky, finished in Amador County, California — Amador Whiskey Co.
- Style: double-barrel small batch; red hue from the Port finish
Kentucky Rye, Napa Finish
Amador's formula is simple and effective: take a proper high-rye Kentucky whiskey and let California wine country finish the job. Three years in new charred oak ingrain the baking spices, ripe blackberry, and chocolate; the Port barrels then add their red hue, velvety mouthfeel, and notes of vanilla, plum, and red fruit. The distillery's own notes call out gingerbread, buttery cookie dough, and toffee against the classic rye bite — a savor-worthy palate that pairs, per the brand, with a Waldorf cocktail, a Vieux Carré, or a Sazerac. Explore more from Amador Whiskey Co or browse rye whiskey.
Tasting Notes
Nose of caramelized sugar, dark cherry, baking spice, oak, and cocoa; a velvety palate of toffee, plum, vanilla, and rye spice wrapped in sweet red fruit; a long, smooth, slightly dry finish of fruit, oak, and gentle pepper spice.
How to Enjoy
Neat to catch the full Port influence, or with a splash of water to open the sweeter tones. A natural Vieux Carré or Sazerac rye — and it pairs beautifully with smoked meats, blue cheese, or dark fruit tarts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof is Amador Double Barrel Rye?
92 proof (46% ABV), non-chill filtered.
What is Amador Whiskey Co?
A California brand that blends Kentucky tradition with Napa Valley artistry — Kentucky-distilled whiskey finished in California wine barrels.
What mash bill does Amador Rye use?
74% rye, 11% corn, 15% barley — a classic high-rye recipe, sourced from Bardstown, Kentucky.
Kentucky roots, California finish — order Amador Double Barrel Rye online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.