Drawn from a single batch of eight casks, the 2019 Chocolate Rye Malt Whisky is matured in a mix of ex-apera and American oak casks and bottled at cask strength of 52% ABV. This limited-edition release was the fourth bottling under the Archie Rose Concepts label, reserved for the distillery’s most experimental whiskies. Crafted using heavily roasted chocolate rye malt, this whisky delivers bold, unique flavours that highlight Archie Rose’s commitment to innovation and flavour-led distilling.

Bottle Number 481 of 1148.

Archie Rose Distillery

Archie Rose Distilling Co., based in Sydney, Australia, is one of the country’s most awarded and forward-thinking distilleries. Since its founding in 2014, Archie Rose has championed transparency, traceability, and innovation—sourcing local malts and embracing uncommon techniques, including cold-distilled botanicals and roasted grain fermentations. Their Concepts Series showcases some of the most boundary-pushing releases in Australian whisky.

Archie Rose Chocolate Rye Malt Whisky Tasting Notes

Nose: A floral first impression with rose, dill and white musk. With a moment in the glass, notes of pecan, raisins and crystallised ginger. Notes of grapefruit zest, praline and crème brûlée sit in the background.
Palate: Chocolate truffles, roasted hazelnuts.
Finish: A slight spritz with mocha and cola. Characteristic sweet baking spices linger with dark chocolate.

Why Add Archie Rose Chocolate Rye Malt Whisky to Your Collection?

With only 1,148 bottles produced, this release is a rare glimpse into Archie Rose’s early exploration of roasted malts. Its unique mash bill and experimental cask maturation make it a standout in any collection, especially for those seeking innovation and one-of-a-kind flavour in Australian whisky.