https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2025/10/22/the-worlds-best-rye-whiskey-from-the-2025-las-vegas-global-spirit-awards/
"Five ryes topped the 2025 LVGSA with two Platinum and three Gold medals. WhistlePig 10 YO won World’s Best Rye. Here’s why American rye whiskey continues to set the world standard!
Five rye whiskeys rose to the top at the 2025 Las Vegas Global Spirits Awards. The judges awarded two Platinum medals and three Gold medals. Whistle Pig Small Batch Rye Aged 10 Years was selected as the world’s best rye whiskey with a near-perfect score of 99.4 points out of a hundred. Its sister bottling, Whistle Pig, Old World Rye, Aged 12 Years, was the runner-up with a score of 99.3 points. Below is a brief description of the finalists and my tasting notes on why these rye whiskeys were ranked among the world’s best."...
"American Icon, Big Red Rye, 45% ABV, 750 ml. 92.7/100 points
American Icon Spirits produces Big Red Rye. The company contracts its distillation with various distillers. This rye expression is distilled at Land Run Distillery.
The rye whiskey features aromas of citrus zest, baking spices, and light toffee. It’s sweet on the palate, showcasing flavors of caramel, cooked grain/bread notes, a hint of mint, and spice notes of clove and black pepper. The finish is medium length, with lingering notes of candied orange zest, wood spices, and seasoned oak"......
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