WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition is the 2024 holiday limited release that gave the brand's iconic porcine decanter its boldest treatment yet, a fully gold finished pig vessel modeled after the 19th century Berkshire Bitter Pig and hand wax sealed at the WhistlePig farm in Vermont. Inside is the same multi award winning 10 year old straight rye that built WhistlePig's reputation, here turned up from the core 100 proof to a more assertive 110 proof for a fuller, richer pour. The decanter famously pours from the rear of the pig and includes a coin slot, doubling as a functional piggy bank once empty. A high impact gift bottle, conversation piece, and increasingly collectible release as the gold edition was only produced for the 2024 holiday season before WhistlePig moved on to the Rye, White & Blue 250th anniversary version.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
WhistlePig |
| Distillery |
WhistlePig Whiskey, Shoreham, Vermont |
| Founder |
Raj Bhakta (Founded 2007) |
| Category |
Straight Rye Whiskey |
| Series |
PiggyBank Rye Limited Edition |
| Release |
Gold Edition (2024 Holiday) |
| Age Statement |
10 Years |
| Mash Bill |
100% Rye |
| ABV |
55% |
| Proof |
110 |
| Bottle Size |
1L |
| Vessel |
Gold finished porcine decanter modeled on the 19th century Berkshire Bitter Pig, hand bottled and wax sealed, with functional coin slot |
| Country |
United States (Vermont) |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber with warm copper highlights.
Nose: Antique dried cedar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and candied ginger with a soft sweetness underneath.
Palate: Vanilla extract and butterscotch lead, giving way to crushed black peppercorns, baked rye bread, and a touch of caramel as the higher proof asserts itself.
Finish: Long and warming with toasted spice, oak tannin, and a clean rye spice fade.
FAQ
What makes the PiggyBank Gold Edition different from the standard WhistlePig 10? Two things. The whiskey is bottled at 110 proof instead of the core 100 proof, giving a bolder and richer pour. The vessel is a hand crafted gold pig decanter that pours from the rear and doubles as a functional piggy bank with a coin slot.
Is the Gold Edition still being produced? No. The Gold Edition was a 2024 holiday limited release. WhistlePig has since moved to the Rye, White & Blue PiggyBank in honor of America's 250th anniversary. The Gold Edition is now a discontinued vintage and increasingly scarce.
How does the whiskey compare to standard WhistlePig 10 Year? Same core profile, same 10 year age statement, but a higher 110 proof for more weight and intensity. Compare with the core WhistlePig 10 Year Rye at 100 proof, the entry tier PiggyBack 6 Year Bourbon, or the age stated WhistlePig 18 Year Double Malt.
Does the pig decanter actually work as a piggy bank? Yes. Once the whiskey is poured, the decanter has a functional coin slot, making it a true collectible and conversation piece for the home bar.
Where can I buy WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
