{"product_id":"old-potrero-california-cellar-series-04-rye-whiskey-finished-in-almanac-beer-barrels","title":"Old Potrero California Cellar Series #04 Rye Whiskey Finished in Almanac Beer Barrels","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOld Potrero California Cellar Series #04 — Straight Rye Finished in Almanac Beer Barrels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Potrero California Cellar Series #04\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003estraight rye whiskey finished in Almanac Beer Co. imperial stout barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e — bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e57.5% ABV (115 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e in a 700mL bottle. A limited-edition California collaboration from Hotaling \u0026amp; Co. in San Francisco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base whiskey is straight rye aged \u003cstrong\u003e6 years 6 months in new charred American oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, then finished for \u003cstrong\u003e5 months in oak barrels that previously held a custom Almanac imperial stout for 8 months\u003c\/strong\u003e — a true California farm-to-barrel collaboration between two of the state's craft pioneers. Released in July 2025 as the second 2025 Cellar Series expression, it's where pot-distilled rye spice meets dark-malt depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich chocolate with a hint of vanilla and warm barrel rickhouse character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and roasted malt layered with spiced apricot — the stout barrels add a dark-malt brûlée richness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscous and long, with deep stone fruit and lingering rye spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eStraight rye whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e aged 6 years 6 months in new charred American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Finished \u003cstrong\u003e5 months in Almanac Beer Co. imperial stout barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e57.5% ABV (115 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e — bold, cask-strength character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ A \u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia craft collaboration\u003c\/strong\u003e from Hotaling \u0026amp; Co., San Francisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Cellar Series release\u003c\/strong\u003e — collector-worthy bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip it neat or with a few drops of water to open up the chocolate-and-malt layers — at 115 proof it rewards patience. A natural pairing for dark chocolate desserts or a slow evening pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Old Potrero California Cellar Series #04?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA limited-edition straight rye whiskey from Old Potrero (Hotaling \u0026amp; Co., San Francisco), aged 6.5 years and finished 5 months in barrels that held Almanac Beer Co.'s custom imperial stout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat proof is Old Potrero Cellar Series #04?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is bottled at 115 proof, or 57.5% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow is it different from standard Old Potrero rye?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Almanac beer-barrel finish is the difference — five months in imperial-stout-seasoned oak adds roasted malt, chocolate, and dark-fruit depth on top of Old Potrero's classic rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a limited release?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the California Cellar Series is a limited annual program, and each numbered expression is produced in small quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rye-whiskey\"\u003eShop all rye whiskey at Del Mesa Liquor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Potrero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50449338597419,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/old-potrero-cellar-04-almanac-600x800.jpg?v=1790058127","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/old-potrero-california-cellar-series-04-rye-whiskey-finished-in-almanac-beer-barrels","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}