Dry Fly Triticale Whiskey
Product details
| Management number | 253706202 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$16.80 | Model Number | 253706202 | ||
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Dry Fly Straight Triticale Whiskey is a rare single-grain whiskey (made from triticale, a hybrid of wheat and rye) that offers a spicy, peppery kick tempered by wheat’s smoother, softer qualities. Aged 3 years in new American oak and bottled at 90 proof, it strikes a balance between boldness and elegance, making it interesting both neat and in cocktails.
Key Specs & Origin
| Feature | Detail |
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| Name | Dry Fly Straight Triticale Whiskey |
| Producer / Distillery | Dry Fly Distilling — Spokane, Washington, USA |
| Grain | Triticale (a hybrid of rye + wheat) |
| Age | Aged 3 years in new, American oak 53-gallon barrels |
| ABV / Proof | 45% ABV / 90 proof |
| Bottle Size | 750 ml |
| Accolades | 96 points from Tasting Panel Magazine 2018 |
Tasting Profile
Here are how flavor, aroma, and finish tend to come through for this whiskey:
| Aspect | Notes |
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| Nose / Aroma | Moderate grain sweetness; vanilla, oak, some lean bread or baking bread tones; spices like pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon; occasional citrus or mild herbal undertones. |
| Palate / Taste | Initially soft-sweet — caramel or honey undertones, vanilla; then peppery or spicy impressions from the rye side of the triticale; baking-spice elements; maybe hints of dried fruits or nuttiness. |
| Finish | Fairly smooth and relatively soft for a 90 proof triticale; lingering oak spice, vanilla, subtle grain sweetness; finish might be slightly dry/tannin in the tail. |
What Makes It Special
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Unique Grain: Triticale is unusual for whiskey, especially being the primary or “straight” grain. It gives the spice of rye with wheat-like smoothness.
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Balanced Profile: Because of the mash grain and the 3-year aging, it avoids being overly harsh or dominated by oak — it has enough structure without overwhelming sweetness.
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Good Value & Craft Appeal: For whiskey lovers looking for something outside the usual wheat / rye / bourbon roster, this offers novelty plus quality.
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Strong Reviews: High marks from critics (e.g. Tasting Panel) strengthen its positioning. Great for sipping neat or with a small amount of water to open up aromatics.
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Complex enough to reward multiple sips: spice, grain, oak interplay.
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Stands out in a cocktail or whiskey lineup because of its unusual grain — good talking point.
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
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Neat / On the Rocks — Use large ice cube to slow dilution and enjoy nose first.
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Cocktails: It could work nicely in an Old Fashioned twist, or cocktails that benefit from spicy grain (perhaps with bitters or citrus to accent).
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Food Pairings: Strong cheeses, spiced desserts (pumpkin spice, apple, nutmeg), chocolate with spice, or even BBQ.
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