WhistlePig The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh Rye Whiskey

WhistlePig The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh is a limited edition straight rye whiskey, the thirteenth installment in the Boss Hog series, known for its unique finish and special presentation.

Overview

WhistlePig The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh is an ultra-premium, hand-bottled straight rye whiskey, representing the thirteenth release in the distinguished Boss Hog series. This limited edition is crafted for collectors and connoisseurs, featuring a bold and luxurious character. It is aged in new American oak barrels and then uniquely finished in Egyptian Black Honey barrels, which impart exceptional depth and complexity. Bottled at 102.6 proof (51.3% ABV) in a 750mL format, The Golden Pharaoh showcases WhistlePig’s commitment to innovation and powerful rye characteristics. Each bottle is individually selected and hand-bottled as part of a highly allocated annual release, making it a notable luxury rye whiskey. Distilled in Kentucky and bottled by WhistlePig Whiskey Co. in Brandenburg, KY, this expression combines classic American rye spice with rich honeyed sweetness and oak structure from its distinctive finishing casks.

Key Features

• Ultra-premium straight rye whiskey
• The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh Edition
• Finished in Egyptian Black Honey barrels
• Aged in new American oak
• Bottled at 102.6 proof (51.3% ABV)
• Hand-bottled limited edition
• Includes a distinctive Golden Pig Pharaoh topper
• 750mL format

Technical Details

This straight rye whiskey is bottled at 102.6 proof (51.3% ABV). It undergoes aging in new American oak barrels, followed by a distinctive finish in Egyptian Black Honey barrels. The whiskey is presented in a 750mL format, distilled in Kentucky, and bottled in Brandenburg, Kentucky. Each bottle is a hand-bottled, limited edition release.

Tasting Notes

**Nose:** Bold rye spice, warm honey, toasted oak, caramelized sugar, dried fruit, and subtle floral undertones.

**Palate:** Rich and layered with black honey sweetness, baking spice, vanilla, dark caramel, roasted nuts, and structured oak.

**Finish:** Long and warming, featuring lingering spiced honey, peppery rye intensity, oak tannin, and a luxurious depth.

Packaging

This special edition of WhistlePig The Boss Hog XIII includes a unique Golden Pig Pharaoh topper. This distinctive presentation enhances the bottle, making it a notable item for collectors and enthusiasts.