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Sagamore Spirit Releases the 5-Year-Old 'Bottled in Bond' Rye Whiskey

— November 28, 2022 — Lifestyle
Sagamore Spirit is debuting its second annual 'Bottled in Bond' Straight Rye Whiskey. The 100-proof rye whiskey blends two straight whiskeys of varying mash bills and is a balanced, versatile, and complex liquid. Sagamore Spirits describes the whiskey as intricate, with flavors of rye spice, toasty caramel, and notes of fruit and florals. A limited amount of the 2022 Bottled in Bond rye whiskey will be available in select markets across the U.S.

“Our vision of a rye whiskey fully distilled, aged and bottled in our home state of Maryland finally became a reality in 2021, but we knew our work wasn’t done,” said Brian Treacy, Sagamore Spirit’s co-founder and president. “Bottled in Bond is a true testament to – and expression of – the place we call home, and the perfect sip for today’s whiskey drinker. [...]"

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Trend Themes

  1. High-rye Whiskeys — Increased interest in high-rye whiskey blends and unique flavor profiles presents opportunities for craft distillers to innovate.
  2. Bottled in Bond Spirits — With more craft distillers releasing bottled in bond spirits, innovative aging techniques and mash bills could lead to unique flavor profiles and increased market share.
  3. Limited Releases — Limited edition releases, like Sagamore Spirit's Bottled in Bond rye whiskey, offer opportunities for distillers to create buzz and excitement around their brand.

Industry Implications

  1. Distilleries — Distilleries can take advantage of increased interest in high-rye whiskeys and unique flavor profiles by releasing new, innovative blends.
  2. Craft Spirits — Craft distillers, particularly those focusing on whiskey, can use bottled in bond spirits as a way to differentiate themselves from larger, corporate brands and appeal to discerning whiskey drinkers.
  3. Retail — Retail shops and online marketplaces can capitalize on the hype around limited edition releases by featuring them prominently and offering exclusive access.
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