Unlike the growing trend of high rye whiskeys in the market today Sazerac 6 is a “low rye” rye whiskey. Meaning, Sazerac 6 is only 51% rye, just barely meeting the requirement for the “straight rye” designation. Because of the higher corn content Sazerac 6 has a sweeter and fruitier flavor.

Sazerac - Rye 6 Year

The Sazerac 6 Year Rye Whiskey or “baby Saz” is distilled and bottled by the Buffalo Trace Distillery. It’s known as baby Saz because of its famed older brother and member of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, Sazerac 18.

While current bottling’s of Sazerac 18 are not distilled by Buffalo Trace (yet) the mashbills are very similar if not exact. The rye mashbill used in baby Saz is approximately 51% rye, 39% corn and 10% malt.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of clove, vanilla, anise and pepper. Subtle notes of candies spices and citrus. The big finish is smooth with hints of licorice.