{"product_id":"ampersand-vinea-8-year-rye-whiskey","title":"Ampersand Vinea 8 Year Rye Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eChip Tate constantly redefines traditional whiskey boundaries. By blending heavily structured eight-year-old rye with a nine-year-old grain neutral spirit finished entirely in XO Cognac casks, Foley Family Wines \u0026amp; Spirits pushes American distillation into uncharted territory. Ampersand Vinea skips the predictable finishing process. Instead, it relies on that deeply aged grain spirit to weave rich orchard fruit and French oak directly into the rye’s spicy core without muting its underlying character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinden Mill Distillery executes this intricate fusion with remarkable precision. It glides effortlessly across the palate. This exact integration tames the peppery bite typically associated with traditional rye, revealing a deeply textured liquid that balances raw grain power against sophisticated vintage fruit notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted in Nevada by visionary master distiller Chip Tate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a unique 75% rye and 25% Cognac-cask GNS blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottled at a highly approachable 92 proof for versatile sipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished liquid commands immediate attention. The robust Cognac influence establishes itself instantly, layering the sturdy rye backbone with deep notes of dark cherry, balsamic glaze, and toasted almonds. Enthusiasts will quickly notice how the prolonged French oak maturation provides a sturdy tannic structure, keeping the dark fruit sweetness strictly in check throughout the entire pour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ampersand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42757062885422,"sku":"851115009727","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0173\/0930\/files\/Square-2_6f120c07-6c4b-4650-8198-9bfce424b229.jpg?v=1790838162","url":"https:\/\/dewinespot.co\/products\/ampersand-vinea-8-year-rye-whiskey","provider":"De Wine Spot - Rare Spirits \u0026 Curated Wine Experts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}