Old Carter Batch 6 Straight Rye is an April 2020 release barrel strength rye whiskey from Mark and Sherri Carter, distilled in Indiana and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky. The Carters hand selected and blended the barrels for this batch, releasing just 1,521 bottles, each labeled by hand by Sherri. At 116.3 proof and bottled without chill filtration, Batch 6 leans floral and citrus forward on the nose with explosive caramel, butterscotch, and red hot candy spice on the palate. A coveted release in the Old Carter rye lineup and a frequent favorite among collectors.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
Old Carter Whiskey Co. |
| Founders |
Mark & Sherri Carter |
| Type |
Straight Rye Whiskey |
| Format |
Small Batch, Barrel Strength |
| Batch |
Batch 6 |
| Bottle Count |
1,521 bottles |
| Distilled In |
Indiana (MGP) |
| Bottled In |
Bardstown, Kentucky |
| Released |
April 2020 |
| Filtration |
Non chill filtered |
| ABV |
58.15% |
| Proof |
116.3 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
United States |
| Packaging |
Bottle only, hand labeled |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber with rich copper highlights.
Nose: Floral and lightly sweet with citrus, soft spice, and a touch of mint that opens with air.
Palate: Caramel and butterscotch take center stage, layered with baking spice, ripe cherry, and red hot candy heat.
Finish: Long and balanced, with mint, caramel, and that signature red hot warmth carrying gracefully.
FAQ
How does Batch 6 differ from Batch 5? Both were released in April 2020 from Indiana distilled stock and hand selected by the Carters. Batch 5 (115.5 proof, 1,404 bottles) leans more herbal and dill driven up front. Batch 6 (116.3 proof, 1,521 bottles) is more floral and red hot candy spiced. Side by side, they make a great study in how subtle blending shifts change a profile.
Where is the rye distilled? The rye stock is distilled in Indiana, widely understood to be MGP. Mark and Sherri Carter selected the individual barrels and bottled the batch in Bardstown, Kentucky.
How limited is Batch 6? Just 1,521 bottles total, distributed across a small handful of states. Old Carter releases are rarely seen at retail and are heavily traded on the secondary market. Pairs naturally with the more herbal Old Carter Batch 5 Rye for a side by side flight.
Where can I buy Old Carter Batch 6 Rye online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
