Heaven Hill has unveiled the second edition of its Grain to Glass Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. Crafted by America’s largest family-owned and operated distillery, this small-batch expression showcases the brand’s focus on locally sourced ingredients and the transparency and craftsmanship for which Heaven Hill Distillery is known.

The 2025 edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye Whiskey is made with a mash bill of 63 per cent rye, 20 per cent corn, and 13 per cent malt— a higher rye content than Heaven Hill’s traditional rye whiskey. Beck’s Hybrids 6225 was the corn seed varietal chosen for the second edition and was grown by family-owned Peterson Farms on one of two sites in Nelson County, Kentucky. The distillate went into the barrel at 107 proof and was aged for more than six years at Heaven Hill’s Cox’s Creek rickhouse site. The product is non-chill filtered and bottled at barrel proof, 105.2 proof (52.6% ABV) which helps spotlight its unique mash bill.

Conor O’Driscoll, master distiller at Heaven Hill Distillery, commented: “With this second edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye, we’re proud to showcase not only the art of rye whiskey making but the full story behind every drop—from seed to barrel to bottle. The unique mash bill and higher rye content bring a bold complexity, while the transparency we provide—from the corn varietal to the barrel entry proof—gives whiskey lovers an authentic connection to the process. This is a rye whiskey that speaks to our team’s dedication to precision and passion for innovation.”

Tasting notes provided by Heaven Hill say this release has notes of toasted oak and almonds on the nose, followed by a palate of creamy orange marmalade, chocolate and nutmeg.

The focus on transparency in the Heaven Hill Grain to Glass line extends beyond its local ingredients. The label on each bottle features details of the specific corn seed varietal utilized from Beck’s Hybrids, the unique mash bill, as well as the distillation and released years. The illustrations include a blueprint of Bernheim Distillery, along with custom designs depicting the importance of farming tradition and innovation.

The 700ml bottles will be available across the U.S. at a suggested retail price of $99.99. For more information about Heaven Hill Grain to Glass, visit the official Heaven Hill Distillery website.