The barrels that went into this small batch combined to make an amazing drinker.

Nose – Beautiful layering of brandied cherry over a mildly tart cherry. It opens up with time and is reminiscent of cutting into your desert with your fork which releases cinnamon and baking spices with just a hint of oak to remind you that this is high proof youthful.

Palette – A robust rye with dark cherry, burnt vanilla, and spices for days. It’s a delicious rye with a weighty mouthfeel.

Balance – It’s insanely well balanced with the alcohol so perfectly integrated at 115 proof you’ll forget its there, but you’ll find yourself smiling more and happier with each dram.

Finish – Long and the spices dominate this batch, while the cherry does punch its way through to the surface.

5 reviews for Willett Family Estate 6 Year Old Rye Whiskey

Rated 5 out of 5

Amira Hassan (verified owner) – March 29, 2024

Campfire mood without the smoke alarm. Fig, walnut, leather chair energy.
Rated 5 out of 5

Paolo Conti (verified owner) – September 2, 2024

Picked for Old Fashioneds. Poured over one cube and stopped. Cherry, vanilla, oak char. Dialed-in balance.
Rated 5 out of 5

Chloe Nguyen (verified owner) – October 22, 2024

Islay attitude, friendly handshake. Kelp, grill ash, lemon candy.
Rated 4 out of 5

Renata Costa (verified owner) – March 15, 2025

Garden gin with bite. Fresh herbs, lime leaf, quinine hint. Refreshing without sugar.
Rated 4 out of 5

Jordan Lee (verified owner) – July 19, 2025

Weeknight malt that drinks weekend fancy. Apple peel, barley sugar, toasted oak. Effortless.