High-Rye Bourbon

American straight bourbon (≥51% corn, ≥2yr new charred American oak, distilled ≤80% ABV) built with an elevated rye secondary grain (typically 20-36% rye, well above the ~7-12% low-rye standard). Layers the bourbon caramel/vanilla/oak base with assertive rye-spice, black pepper, mint, and dry licorice-fennel notes. Bottled at ~90-100+ proof. Distinct from low-rye bourbon (soft, sweet, no spice) and wheated bourbon (no rye at all). Examples: Redemption High Rye, Four Roses Single Barrel (35%), Bu...