Made in Brooklyn with New York-grown rye. Explore Jaywalk Straight, Bonded and Heirloom rye whiskeys, alongside the distinctive Mister Katz’s Rock & Rye.
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DISTILLERY EXCLUSIVE
TEN YEARS. ONE BARREL. ONLY AT JAYWALKER.
Hand-selected by Allen Katz, this 10-year-old bonded rye comes from barrel 1271. Only 172 bottles exist.
Available in person only at Jaywalker Bar, inside New York Distilling Company. $80 per bottle, maximum four per person, while supplies last.
NEW YORK-GROWN RYE
The Grain Behind Jaywalk
Every Jaywalk expression is made with New York-grown rye and includes Horton, an heirloom variety restored from just ten surviving seeds.
Grown by Rick Pedersen in the Finger Lakes and distilled in Brooklyn, it gives Jaywalk a distinctly New York provenance.
DISCOVER HORTON RYETHE JAYWALK RANGE
IF THERE IS JAYWALK ON THE LABEL, THERE IS HEIRLOOM IN THE BOTTLE.
Every Jaywalk expression contains Horton heirloom rye, interpreted in a different way.
JAYWALK STRAIGHT RYE
Our signature rye: balanced, characterful and made for cocktails or sipping.
JAYWALK BONDED RYE
Seven years old and bottled in bond for greater depth, structure and intensity.
JAYWALK HEIRLOOM RYE
A single-barrel, cask-strength expression built around Horton heirloom rye.
RYE WHISKEY FAQS
What is rye whiskey?
American rye whiskey is made from a grain recipe containing at least 51% rye and aged in new charred oak barrels. Rye typically gives the whiskey a distinctive spicy, structured character.
What does rye whiskey taste like?
Rye whiskey is commonly associated with pepper, baking spice, herbs and fruit. The exact character depends on the grain, maturation and strength of the individual whiskey.
What is the difference between rye whiskey and bourbon?
The principal difference is the grain. Rye whiskey must contain at least 51% rye, while bourbon must contain at least 51% corn. Rye is generally spicier and more structured; bourbon is often sweeter and rounder.
Which Jaywalk rye whiskey should I choose?
Jaywalk Straight is the approachable signature expression for cocktails or sipping. Jaywalk Bonded offers greater depth and intensity at 100 proof. Jaywalk Heirloom is a limited, single-barrel, cask-strength expression for drinkers seeking the fullest expression of Horton rye.
What is Horton heirloom rye?
Horton is a historic New York rye variety restored from just ten surviving seeds. It is grown by Rick Pedersen in the Finger Lakes and used across the Jaywalk rye whiskey range.
Where is Jaywalk rye whiskey made?
Jaywalk is distilled by New York Distilling Company in Brooklyn using New York-grown rye, including Horton heirloom rye.
How much does shipping cost?
Orders of $150 or more qualify for free standard shipping. Standard shipping is otherwise $15 and normally takes 3–8 business days.
Can you ship rye whiskey to me?
Alcohol can only be shipped to eligible locations. Customers must be 21 or older, and shipping eligibility is confirmed during checkout.