Ampersand Malus Rye Whiskey
Product details
| Management number | 253707724 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$24.00 | Model Number | 253707724 | ||
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Ampersand Malus Rye is an inventive hybrid expression that marries the peppery backbone of American rye (51%) with the fruity, orchard-character of French Calvados (49%). It leans into both spice and fruit, delivering a rye that’s not just hot and bold but layered and nuanced. It’s ideal for drinkers who like rye but want something with a softer, fruit-driven twist.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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The whiskey is offered by Ampersand Distilling (under the Foley family / Ampersand Whiskeys umbrella).
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The “Malus” expression is built on a 51% rye base, combined with 49% derived from Calvados / apple spirit (making up the remainder).
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After distillation and aging, it receives finishing in Calvados casks (Normandy, France) to impart apple brandy / orchard character.
- Each component of this whiskey is aged 8+ years. 46% ABV (92 Proof).
Tasting Profile
| Component | Notes & Impressions |
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| Nose / Aroma | Orchard fruit (apple, pear), apple peel, light orchard blossoms, with spicy rye undercurrent (pepper, clove) |
| Palate / Taste | The Calvados influence brings baked apple, cider, and apple brandy sweetness, while the rye structure adds spice (black pepper, allspice) and warm baking footprint; oak and vanilla integrate in the background |
| Finish | Medium to long: orchard fruit echoes, spice lingers, and a soft warmth brings the apple / rye marriage home |
Given its dual nature, the whisky may evolve in glass — the apple notes may reveal more over time while the rye spice steadies.
Serving & Pairings
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Serve: Neat or with a few drops of water to coax out the fruit / spice balance. Use a tulip or Glencairn glass.
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Cocktail Use: Would make a compelling variation in rye cocktails or apple / fruit-accented bourbon / rye blends.
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Pairings:
• Apple or pear desserts (tarte tatin, baked apple)
• Cheeses with fruit / nut plates
• Pork dishes with apple / fruit glazes
• Spiced nuts or nut desserts
Quick Overview
| Feature | Detail |
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| Name | Ampersand Malus Rye Whiskey (Rye + Calvados Cask Finish) |
| Grain / Composition | 51% rye + apple spirit component |
| Finish | Calvados (apple brandy) casks from Normandy |
| Character / Style | Fruit & spice interplay — orchard fruit meets rye backbone |
| Positioning | Experimental / finishing style rye expression |
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