WhistlePig Double Double 18 Year 5th Edition is the latest chapter in the brand's longest aged core release, sitting at the apex of the WhistlePig 18 Year program. The mash bill blends 91% rye with 9% malted barley, distilled and aged in new American oak for the full 18 years before transferring to Spanish Pedro Ximenez sherry casks for the secondary maturation that gives the Double Double its name. PX is the richest, sweetest expression of Spanish sherry, and its influence layers dried fruit, dark chocolate, and gentle baking spice onto an already mature rye whiskey that has spent nearly two decades quietly mellowing. Bottled at 92 proof in a custom crystal decanter crowned with a bespoke glass topper handmade in Vermont, this is collector ready presentation built around a sipper aimed at the patient drinker. The 5th edition succeeds the earlier Double Malt editions and represents the current annual evolution of the program.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
WhistlePig |
| Distillery |
Distilled in Alberta, Canada; aged, finished, and bottled at WhistlePig Farm, Shoreham, Vermont |
| Founder |
Raj Bhakta (Founded 2007) |
| Series |
WhistlePig 18 Year Double Double |
| Edition |
5th Edition |
| Category |
Straight Rye Whiskey, PX Sherry Cask Finished |
| Age Statement |
18 Years |
| Mash Bill |
91% Rye, 9% Malted Barley |
| Maturation |
New American Oak for 18 years, finished in Pedro Ximenez (PX) Sherry casks |
| ABV |
46% |
| Proof |
92 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Vessel |
Custom crystal decanter with bespoke handmade Vermont glass topper |
| Country |
United States (Vermont) |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep golden amber with rich auburn highlights from the PX sherry cask finish.
Nose: Sweet and aromatic with dried fruit, caramel, toasted almond, and subtle smoked maple, lifted by a soft sherry sweetness and warm baking spice.
Palate: Luxurious rye spice meets dark chocolate, plum, raisin, and toffee with a grassy mature rye character underneath and a creamy mid palate weight.
Finish: Long and lingering with dried fruit, cocoa, and a touch of baking spice, plus a soft honey note that fades evenly.
FAQ
What does "Double Double" mean? Double Double refers to the double barrel aging process: 18 years in new American oak followed by an extended finish in Pedro Ximenez (PX) sherry casks. The whiskey effectively does double duty, twice over, in two distinct cask types, hence the name.
How does the 5th Edition differ from earlier editions? Each annual Double Double release uses a slightly different mash bill composition. The 4th Edition was distilled from 79% rye, 15% malted rye, and 6% malted barley, while the 5th Edition uses 91% rye and 9% malted barley. The PX sherry finish is consistent across recent editions, but the underlying spirit profile evolves year to year.
Why is it bottled at 92 proof? WhistlePig intentionally bottles the 18 Year at 92 proof to let the long maturation and sherry cask finish speak without alcohol heat dominating. After 18 years in oak, the whiskey is gentle and contemplative by design, not punchy.
Is each bottle individually numbered? Yes. Each Double Double bottle is part of a limited annual edition with collector ready crystal decanter presentation and a bespoke handmade Vermont glass topper.
How does this compare to other WhistlePig releases? The 18 Year sits at the top of the WhistlePig age stated core lineup, above the flagship WhistlePig 10 Year Rye and the wine cask finished Old World 12 Year. It is the oldest annually released expression in the brand's core lineup, just below the limited Boss Hog series.
Where can I buy WhistlePig Double Double 18 Year online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
