WhistlePig Releases Maple Crème Brûlée Rye
WhistlePig's limited-edition 12 Year Rye Single Finish Maple Crème Brûlée whiskey goes on sale November 5, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Cocktails
WhistlePig will release a limited-edition 12 Year Rye Single Finish Maple Crème Brûlée whiskey starting November 5, 2026. The whiskey is priced at $124.99 per bottle and will be sold through WhistlePig's website and at select bars, restaurants and retailers nationwide.
Why it matters
The release offers U.S. whiskey drinkers a limited bottling with a flavor profile built from maple-related barrel aging, with no added ingredients or artificial sweeteners. It gives consumers a premium-priced option for specialty spirits sold both direct and through on-premise and retail partners.
The whiskey is a 12-year-old rye priced at $124.99 per bottle and aged in barrels previously used for WhistlePig's barrel-aged maple syrup. The announcement does not specify production volume or how many bottles will be available nationwide.
The players
WhistlePig
WhistlePig is a American rye whiskey distillery known for its aged rye whiskey and barrel-aging programs.
The details
The rye whiskey rests in barrels previously used to make WhistlePig's barrel-aged maple syrup, and its caramelized character comes from the oak during aging. The release contains no added ingredients or artificial sweeteners and will be sold through WhistlePig's website and select bars, restaurants and retailers across the country.
Timeline
November 5, 2026: Limited-edition whiskey becomes available for purchase.
Culture Shift
The release extends WhistlePig's use of barrels from its barrel-aged maple syrup, a repurposing pattern that reflects a broader interest in flavor-driven and dessert-inspired spirits. Consumer demand for limited bottlings with distinctive finishes continues to shape how craft distillers position premium products.
At $124.99 per bottle, the whiskey is a premium purchase for readers planning to buy a specialty bottle. Those interested can find it through WhistlePig's website or at participating bars, restaurants and retailers once it launches on November 5, 2026.
The takeaway
Limited-release spirits often sell out quickly, so readers interested in a specific bottling may want to check availability on the launch date. Comparing the price against other aged ryes can help determine whether the bottle fits a personal budget.
What happens next
The whiskey becomes available for purchase on November 5, 2026.
Further reading
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