BARDSTOWN, Ky. (June 3, 2025) – 15 STARS, the award-winning fine-aged bourbon brand, proudly debuts Founders Reserve Fine Aged Rye, a masterful blend of rare straight rye whiskeys aged 14, 13, 9, and 8 years. Sourced from Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee, this limited release reflects the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and bold innovation in whiskey blending. Beginning today, the new Founders Reserve release will be available at select retailers nationwide and online at 15STARS.com.
“With Founders Reserve, we set out to create something extraordinary—combining aged rye mashbills from three whiskey-rich states into one seamless, complex expression,” said Ricky Johnson, co-founder of 15 STARS. “This release is a unique blend that is incredibly smooth and complex.”
Bottled at 95 proof, 15 STARS Founders Reserve Rye presents vanilla, honey, caramel, and floral notes on the nose. The contrasting, well-balanced bouquet is followed by deep aromas similar to an old cigar box, nutmeg, raspberry dark chocolate, and black cherry.
Founders Reserve Fine-Aged Rye – Aged 14, 13, 9 and 8 years ($139 MSRP / 95 Proof)
- Nose: The nose features vanilla, honey, and caramel along with floral notes but as it rests deeper aromas of old cigar box, nutmeg, raspberry dark chocolate, and black cherry emerge.
- Palate: Fresh and bright notes of peach, honey, mandarin orange, caramel apple, sweet mint, and oak create an exceptionally smooth and approachable palate.
- Finish: Cherry, apricot caramel, licorice, mint, and tobacco give way to a lasting finish of honeycomb and oak.
With its meticulous craftsmanship and rich blending and flavor proofing, 15 STARS Founders Reserve Fine Aged Rye spotlights what’s possible in bourbon blending, offering collectors and connoisseurs an unforgettable addition to their spirits collection.
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