Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL

Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL
Straight Rye Whiskey | 113 Proof | 56.5% ABV | 750mL | 94% Rye / 6% Malted Barley | Brown County, Indiana
Process & Profile
Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL is a bold straight rye whiskey from Hard Truth Distilling Co. in Brown County, Indiana. Made using Hard Truth’s sweet mash production method, each batch begins with fresh ingredients rather than relying on backset from a previous distillation. This approach helps create a rye whiskey with clear grain character, layered spice, and a rich balance of sweetness and heat.
Crafted from a mash bill of 94% rye and 6% malted barley, Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye delivers a concentrated rye-forward profile with maple, stone fruit, dark cherry, honey, black pepper, oak, vanilla, and brûléed sugar. Bottled at 113 proof, this whiskey carries enough strength for serious rye drinkers while still offering depth and balance for sipping.
As Hard Truth’s debut sweet mash whiskey to market, this release has become a standout expression for fans of Indiana rye, high-rye mash bills, and barrel-strength whiskey with a fruit-and-spice-driven profile.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Sweet maple, stone fruit, rye spice, honey, toasted grain, and oak
Palate: Dark cherry, cracked black pepper, brown sugar, vanilla, caramel, and bold rye spice
Finish: Warming and layered with cherry syrup, clove, cinnamon, oak, and brûléed sugar
What Makes It Special
Made by Hard Truth Distilling Co. in Brown County, Indiana
Hard Truth’s debut sweet mash whiskey release
Mash bill of 94% rye and 6% malted barley
Bottled at 113 proof for a bold rye whiskey profile
Produced in small 30-barrel batches
Bottled uncut and unfiltered at barrel strength
Offers a strong mix of maple, cherry, rye spice, oak, and baking spice
Great for fans of high-rye whiskey, Indiana rye, and full-flavored barrel-strength pours
How to Enjoy
Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up its maple, cherry, spice, and oak notes. A large ice cube can soften the proof while keeping the whiskey’s bold rye character intact. Its 113-proof structure also makes it excellent in rye-forward cocktails such as a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Sazerac, or Boulevardier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL?Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL is a straight rye whiskey from Hard Truth Distilling Co. made with a 94% rye and 6% malted barley mash bill using a sweet mash process.
What proof is Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL?Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL is bottled at 113 proof, or 56.5% ABV.
What is the mash bill of Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL?Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL is made from a mash bill of 94% rye and 6% malted barley.
What does Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL taste like?Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL offers notes of sweet maple, stone fruit, dark cherry, honey, black pepper, brown sugar, vanilla, oak, clove, cinnamon, and brûléed sugar.
Where can I buy Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL?You can purchase Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye 113 Proof 750mL directly from Barrel Ora Liquors, a trusted online source for premium rye whiskey, bourbon, and limited spirits.