Sagamore 10 Year Reserve Series Rye
The Stats
- Distillery: Sagamore Spirit
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland
- Type: Straight Rye Whiskey
- Age: 10 Years
- Proof: 110.8 (55.4% ABV)
- Mash Bill: Blend of two ryes (high-rye and Maryland-style with corn and malted barley)
- Release: 2025 / Batch 2A
- Price: $80
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Sagamore’s Reserve Series 10 Year Rye marks a milestone for the Baltimore-based distillery; a decade in oak and a clear statement that patience pays off. At 110.8 proof, this straight rye whiskey blends two undisclosed mash bills, one high-rye (likely 95/5) and one in the traditional Maryland style that softens the edges with corn and malted barley. The result? A rye that bridges old-school spice and new-school smoothness. A pour that dances between heritage and flavor.
Maryland Rye, Fully Matured
From their distillery on Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Sagamore Spirit has built a modern reputation for resurrecting Maryland rye, a style once known for its balance of spice, sweetness, and approachability. The 10-Year expression takes that legacy further. It’s bold, polished, and distinctly Sagamore: high-rye intensity mellowed by age and rounded by a gentle sweetness that only a decade in oak can deliver.
Tasting Notes
Aroma
Juicy peaches and dark cherries lead the way, layered with clove, oak, and a hint of milk chocolate. As it opens, caramel and soft herbal notes emerge, giving the nose more warmth and maturity.
Taste
A rush of cinnamon and cracked pepper opens the palate before folding into fruit-forward sweetness and rich cocoa. Peach cobbler, chocolate, and a touch of malted grain create a uniquely indulgent rye experience. With each sip, it evolves; spicy one moment, creamy the next.
Finish
Long and warming, with notes of oak, herbal tea, and a soft caramel sweetness that lingers. A confident finish that feels balanced, not brash.
Artfully Bourbon Rating
8 / 10 - Very Good
The Sagamore 10-Year is a statement pour, proof that Maryland rye can age gracefully without losing its spark. It’s equal parts spice, sweetness, and curiosity, with a flavor mix that somehow makes peaches, chocolate, and mint all play nice together. For fans of rye that straddles tradition and innovation, this one earns its spot.
Suppose you’re exploring ryes in this range. In that case, this bottle makes a great candidate for a blind alongside Pikesville Rye, Willett 4-Year Rye, or High West Rendezvous Rye, each offering its own spin on spice, sweetness, and maturity.
