Angel's Envy Small Batch Rye Finished in French Oak is a limited 2025 release from the Louisville Distilling Company, marking the brand's first major French Oak finished rye expression in the small batch format. The whiskey begins as a 6.5 year old Kentucky Straight Rye built on the signature 95% rye mash bill, then spends an additional nine plus months finishing in a combination of 1st and 2nd fill French Oak barrels. Where American oak typically delivers heavy vanilla and caramel, French oak brings a more refined palette of baking spice, structured tannin, and cedar driven nuance, allowing the bold rye spine to lead with elegance rather than sweetness. Bottled non chill filtered at 92 proof, this is a small batch, limited release rye crafted for collectors, category explorers, and rye whiskey lovers seeking something distinctly different from the brand's classic Caribbean rum cask finished rye.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
Angel's Envy |
| Distillery |
Louisville Distilling Company, Louisville KY |
| Type |
Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, French Oak Finished |
| Mash Bill |
95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley |
| Age |
6.5 Years (base whiskey) |
| Finish |
9+ months in 1st and 2nd fill French Oak barrels |
| ABV |
46% |
| Proof |
92 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Filtration |
Non Chill Filtered |
| Country |
USA |
| Release |
2025 Limited Release Small Batch |
Tasting Notes
Color: Bright amber with warm honey gold highlights.
Nose: Warm cinnamon and nutmeg, toasted vanilla, dried orange peel, and a faint cedar wood nuance from the French oak.
Palate: Cracked black pepper and ginger from the high rye core layered with rich caramel, roasted nuts, and the smooth dryness of French oak.
Finish: Medium long, with peppery rye warmth softening into baking spice, lingering oak, and a subtle sweet echo.
FAQ
How is this different from Angel's Envy Rum Cask Finished Rye? The standard Angel's Envy Rye is finished in Caribbean rum casks, delivering a sweet dessert profile with molasses, gingerbread, and vanilla. This French Oak release leans drier and spicier, focused on cedar, baking spice, and structured oak rather than overt sweetness.
Is this the same as the Cellar Collection Vol. 5 French Oak Tequila Rye? No. Cellar Collection Vol. 5 is finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila barrels and bottled at 104.2 proof. This Small Batch release uses traditional French Oak barrels at 92 proof and sits at a different price tier.
How should I drink Angel's Envy French Oak Rye? Best neat in a rocks or tulip glass to appreciate the spice and oak structure. Holds up beautifully in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan where French oak adds depth without sweetness.
Where can I buy Angel's Envy Small Batch French Oak Rye online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
